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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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.
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Canada
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Status
Deceased
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Lived 1941 to 2021 · aged 80