Clark Gillies (1954–2022), New York Islanders legend
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1 min readClark Gillies was a legendary left winger for the New York Islanders team that won four straight Stanley Cup championships in the 1980s.
- Died: Friday, January 21, 2022. (Who else died on January 21?)
- Details of death: Died at the age of 67.c
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Clark Gillies was an integral part of the New York Islanders NHL dynasty that won four straight Stanley Cup Championships from 1980 through 1983. He spent most of his NHL career with the Islanders, finishing his last two seasons with the Buffalo Sabres. Gillies totaled 319 goals and 378 assists over 14 seasons, and was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2002. He played on the Islanders top line with Bryan Trottier and Mike Bossy and was known as a tough player on the ice. The Islanders retired his number 9 jersey in 1996. He created a charitable foundation in his name that helps children that are challenged physically, developmentally or financially. c
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Full Obituary: ESPN
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