Bobby Gould, former Capitals forward, passes away at 69
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 12:46 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Bobby Gould, who had a notable 11-year NHL career primarily with the Washington Capitals, has died at age 69. The Capitals and the NHL confirmed the news on social media. Gould played for the Capitals from 1981 to 1989, featuring in 600 games and scoring 145 goals, including four seasons with over 20 goals. He also had 159 assists and spent 572 minutes in penalties. Gould was recognized as a strong defensive forward, finishing third for the Frank J. Selke Trophy twice. His career began with the Atlanta/Calgary Flames and concluded with the Boston Bruins, where he reached the Stanley Cup Final in 1990.
- •Gould played eight seasons with the Capitals from 1981 to 1989.
- •He scored 145 goals and recorded 159 assists during his career.
- •Gould finished third in Selke Trophy voting twice.
- •He started his career with the Atlanta/Calgary Flames.
- •Gould helped the Bruins reach the Stanley Cup Final in 1990.
- 1:40 AMESPN NHL — Gould, former longtime Capitals forward, dies at 69
- 12:12 AMYahoo Sports — Bobby Gould, former Washington Capitals forward, dies at 69
"Bobby Gould, who played most of his 11-year NHL career with the Washington Capitals, has died.The death was announced Saturday in social media posts by the Capitals and the NHL.
"Bobby Gould, who played most of his 11-year NHL career with the Washington Capitals, has died. He was 69.
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External links- ESPN NHLOct 11, 2026, 1:40 AMGould, former longtime Capitals forward, dies at 69
Bobby Gould, who played most of his 11-year NHL career with the Washington Capitals, has died. He was 69.
- Yahoo SportsOct 11, 2026, 12:12 AMBobby Gould, former Washington Capitals forward, dies at 69
Bobby Gould, who played most of his 11-year NHL career with the Washington Capitals, has died.The death was announced Saturday in social media posts by the Capitals and the NHL.
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