Hockey World Mourns and Celebrates Clark Gillies

1/3 "The entire Islanders community is devastated by the loss of Clark Gillies. He epitomized what it means to be a New York Islander. The pride he felt wearing the Islanders sweater on the ice was evident by his willingness to do anything to win.” - Lou Lamoriello

— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) January 22, 2022

As many already know, my father left us Friday evening after a brief, but aggressive battle with cancer. Our hearts are shattered. 💔

To so many he was known as a fierce hockey player who was part of hockey history, but to us, he was a man who devoted his life to taking care of pic.twitter.com/WNr74TZTCL

— Brianna Bourne (@brianna_bourne) January 24, 2022

Butch Goring shares his immediate thoughts on the passing of his teammate, good friend, and fellow Islanders legend Clark Gillies. pic.twitter.com/LgHJ6253Q9

— Isles on MSGSN (@IslesMSGN) January 22, 2022

Rest In Peace to our forever #9 pic.twitter.com/sDTFEKGWqA

— Isles on MSGSN (@IslesMSGN) January 22, 2022

Absolutely stunned to hear of Clark Gillies’ passing. Universally beloved by his Islanders teammates and fans. Great sense of humor. Always ready with a smile or a wisecrack. The best power forward of his generation. I can’t even find the right words. Such a special guy. So sad.

— Howie Rose (@HowieRose) January 22, 2022

One more memory of Clark Gillies. When the Islanders won their 1st Stanley Cup in 1980, Clark was handed the Cup and instead of just hoisting it over his head he took off around the Coliseum rink in sheer ecstasy. I thought he was going to skate it right out onto Hempstead Tpke.

— Howie Rose (@HowieRose) January 22, 2022

Wow. He was always genuine person every time we talked. This is very sad news. Condolences go to his family. RIP legend.

— Johnny Boychuk 🇺🇦 (@joboych) January 22, 2022

Statement from NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman on the passing of Hockey Hall of Fame member Clark Gillies. pic.twitter.com/K7PbmRiv56

— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) January 22, 2022

We are saddened to learn about the passing of Hockey Hall of Famer and former Buffalo Sabre, Clark Gillies. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time. 💙💛 pic.twitter.com/vVieb4qyyp

— Buffalo Sabres (@BuffaloSabres) January 22, 2022

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— Pittsburgh Penguins (@penguins) January 22, 2022

The best ♥️ https://t.co/xYflGlLRNc

— Mario Lemieux (@MarioLemieuxFdn) January 22, 2022

Thank you for the unforgettable 80s battles. The hockey world lost a legend today.

The #Oilers organization extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends & former teammates of Clark Gillies. 🧡💙 https://t.co/LXdfPqw5yA pic.twitter.com/OIoG425IFj

— Edmonton Oilers (@EdmontonOilers) January 22, 2022

The Western Hockey League is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of WHL Champion and Hockey Hall of Fame member Clark Gillies.

IN MEMORIAM | https://t.co/uHJAWOewFx pic.twitter.com/eSh6Tj5e0p

— The WHL (@TheWHL) January 22, 2022

We are saddened by the passing of Team Canada alumnus Clark Gillies, who wore the 🍁 at the 1981 Canada Cup.

We send our condolences to his family and friends. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/BYfKrpZn7T

— Hockey Canada (@HockeyCanada) January 22, 2022

Clark Gillies. No one could light up a room more than him. The stories, the jokes, no one was better! We lost a great one today. A true legend has passed. It just doesn't seem real. This one hurts bad! Real bad. RIP Clarky. You will be missed dearly! 💔 😭 pic.twitter.com/B4H26gEZVR

— Eric Nystrom (@enystrom23) January 22, 2022

Still trying to process the news of Clark's passing. A giant among giants, a champion among champions.

I honored his memory this evening by donating to the Foundation that carries his name. I hope you will too: https://t.co/gE1B5qyama

RIP #9. https://t.co/mZL3Dfhbkn

— Eric Hornick (@ehornick) January 22, 2022

A good Saskatchewan boy
Rest In Peace Clark Gillies 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/ESVpqL61bs

— Missin Curfew (@MissinCurfew) January 22, 2022