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Bobby Gould, a former Washington Capitals forward who played 11 seasons in the NHL until 1990, passed away at age 69 according to recent social media posts by the Capitals and the NHL. During his career with the Capitals from 1981 to 1989, Gould appeared in 600 games and scored 145 goals while recording 159 assists. He was noted for his defensive play, finishing third twice in voting for the Frank J. Selke Trophy, which honors top defensive forwards.

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Bobby Gould, a former Washington Capitals forward who played most of his 11-year career with the team, died at age 69. The death was announced on social media by both the Capitals and the NHL on Saturday, though no cause was provided.

Gould spent eight seasons with the Capitals from 1981 to 1989, appearing in 600 games and recording a career-high 50 points during the 1986-87 season. He scored 145 goals and had 159 assists over his career, with 572 penalty minutes.

Before joining the Capitals, Gould played for the Atlanta/Calgary Flames, and he ended his NHL career playing for the Boston Bruins, helping them reach the Stanley Cup Final in 1990, where they lost to the Edmonton Oilers. His defensive skills were recognized when he finished third in voting for the Frank J. Selke Trophy twice, after both the 1982-83 and 1986-87 seasons.

Beyond his on-ice achievements, Gould was known for building strong relationships and having a positive impact off the ice as well.

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He twice finished third in voting for the Frank J. Selke Trophy for top defensive forward, first after the 1982-83 season, when Philadelphia’s Bobby Clarke won it, and again in 1986-87 when it was awarded to the Flyers’ Dave Poulin.

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Bobby Gould, former Washington Capitals forward, dies at 69 · assertive framing

Bobby Gould, who played most of his 11-year NHL career with the Washington Capitals, has died. asserted

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The death was announced Saturday in social media posts by the Capitals and the NHL. asserted

death → announce → Capitals

The cause of death was not disclosed. asserted

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“The Washington Capitals organization is deeply saddened by the passing of alumnus Bobby Gould,” the team posted. asserted

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“Gould spent eight seasons with the Capitals from 1981 to 1989, appearing in 600 games. asserted

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A consistent scoring threat, he reached the 20-goal mark four times and recorded a career-high 50 points during the 1986-87 season. asserted

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He started his career with the Atlanta/Calgary Flames and played his last season with the Boston Bruins, helping the team reach the Stanley Cup Final in 1990 where they lost to the Edmonton Oilers. asserted

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Gould, from Petrolia, Ontario, scored 145 goals and had 159 assists in his career. asserted

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He also had 572 penalty minutes. asserted

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He twice finished third in voting for the Frank J. Selke Trophy for top defensive forward, first after the 1982-83 season, when Philadelphia’s Bobby Clarke won it, and again in 1986-87 when it was awarded to the Flyers’ Dave Poulin. asserted

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“Beyond the rink, Gould was valued for the relationships he built and the positive impact he made on those around him,” the Capitals posted. asserted

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Bobby Gould, former Washington Capitals forward, dies at 69

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