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Rod Gilbert

Canadian ice hockey player (1941-2021) · Canada · On the map · Athletes · Died at 80

Rodrigue Gabriel Gilbert was a Canadian professional ice hockey forward who played his entire career for the New York Rangers of the National Hockey League (NHL). Known as "Mr. Ranger", he played right wing on the GAG line with Vic Hadfield and Jean Ratelle.

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New York Rangers1960-1978

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Awards

Lester Patrick Trophy1991
Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy1976
Canada's Sports Hall of Fame
Hockey Hall of Fame

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He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1982, and was the first player in Rangers history to have his number retired. After his playing career, he became president of the Rangers' alumni association.

Country
Canada
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1941 to 2021 · aged 80

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