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Capitals Favorite Bobby Gould Dies at 69
11 Oct
Summary
- Bobby Gould, an 11-year NHL veteran, passed away at age 69.
- He spent eight seasons with the Washington Capitals, scoring 145 career goals.
- Gould helped the Boston Bruins reach the 1990 Stanley Cup Final.
Bobby Gould, who played the majority of his 11-year NHL career with the Washington Capitals, has died at the age of 69. His passing was announced on Saturday.
Gould spent eight seasons with the Capitals between 1981 and 1989, appearing in 600 games and reaching the 20-goal mark four times. He recorded a career-high 50 points in the 1986-87 season.
His NHL career began with the Atlanta/Calgary Flames, and he concluded his playing days with the Boston Bruins, helping them reach the 1990 Stanley Cup Final, though they ultimately lost to the Edmonton Oilers. Gould, originally from Petrolia, Ontario, amassed 145 goals and 159 assists over his career, along with 572 penalty minutes.
He was also recognized for his defensive play, twice finishing third in voting for the Frank J. Selke Trophy. Beyond his on-ice achievements, Gould was valued for the positive relationships he built.
