Gilles Gilbert, a former Red Wings goalie, passes away at age 74.

Goaltender Gilles Gilbert, who played fourteen seasons in the National Hockey League between 1970 and 1983, passed suddenly this morning at the age of 74, according to Kevin Allen of Detroit Hockey Now. In the 1979 playoffs, Guy Lafleur of the Montreal Canadiens would score the game-tying goal with less than two minutes remaining in Game Seven of the semi-finals, turning the tide in the Canadiens’ favor. Gilbert was the Boston Bruins’ goaltender at the time.

Gilles Gilbert, a prominent figure in the NHL for many years, found himself etched into the annals of hockey history due to a moment that left a lasting impact, though not one that brought him joy.

During his tenure with the Boston Bruins, Gilbert faced a pivotal Game 7 in the 1979 playoffs against the Montreal Canadiens. The legendary Guy Lafleur delivered a dramatic blow, scoring a game-changing goal with just 1:14 left in regulation. Lafleur’s powerful slap shot whizzed past Gilbert, altering the course of the playoffs. For avid hockey enthusiasts, the iconic video of this moment has garnered attention, amassing over 414,000 views on YouTube, a testament to its enduring impact.

Tragically, Lafleur passed away last year at the age of 70, while Gilbert, who concluded his NHL journey with the Detroit Red Wings, sadly departed at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy of hockey excellence.

Lafleur took advantage of a power play that resulted from the Bruins’ violation of the too-many-men-on-the-ice rule to tie the game at 4-4. The Canadiens defeated the Bruins in the following overtime goal by Yvon Lambert to clinch their victory and advance to the Stanley Cup Final, where they defeated the New York Rangers to win their fourth straight Stanley Cup title.

Lafleur said, “I think I ruined his career,” when asked about that pivotal moment in a 2016 Province interview. Gilles was a good goaltender in 1979 when I scored the tying goal on him, and we defeated the Bruins in the semifinals. He didn’t move very far after that tying goal, which was unfortunate for him.

Gilbert played in the NHL for 14 seasons, the last three of which he spent with the Red Wings (1980–81, 1981–82, and 1982–83) at a trying time for the team. Despite the difficulties, Gilbert, a native of Quebec, finished his NHL career with a respectable 192-143-60 record. Notably, he won 90 games while playing with the Bruins from 1973 through 1976. His time with the Red Wings, however, was marked by injuries and a skin rash that affected his performance in 1982–83, resulting in a record of 21–48–16.

Gilbert’s journey was characterized by highs and lows, but his tenacity and commitment to the game are still evidence of his love for it.

Gilles Gilbert Bio

Gilles Gilbert, a Canadian goaltender who played professionally in ice hockey, was selected by the London Knights in the third round of the 1969 NHL Amateur Draft. Gilbert passed away on August 6, 2023. He primarily played for the Boston Bruins in the National Hockey League (NHL), although he also played for the Minnesota North Stars and Detroit Red Wings.

Gilles Gilbert Wife

Diane Gilbert is Gilles Gilbert’s wife, based on internet search results. They have a daughter and a boy. Professional ice hockey goalie Gilles Gilbert played for the Detroit Red Wings and the Boston Bruins. At the age of 74, he died in 2023.

Gilles Gilbert Children

There is no trustworthy information available regarding Gilles Gilbert’s children or family.

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