Former Islanders and Canucks Fan Favorite Gino Odjick Dead at 52
Dina, Gino’s sister, posted the following on Facebook: Gino Odjick, former Islanders winger. He was 52.
“Our hearts are broken,” Dina posted on her Facebook page. “My brother Gino Odjick has left us for the spirit world,” Attached two heart emojis at the end of her message are
Odjick had been going to a Vancouver hospital to have his leg bandages changed when he suffered a heart attack. the Montreal Gazette reported.
He was diagnosed in 2014 with amyloidosis. according to SportsnetIt “attacked his organs and his heart.”
The Islanders, Canucks and Canadiens — three teams that Odjick played with over his 12-year NHL career — released statements Sunday night after his death.
“The New York Islanders are deeply saddened to learn the passing of former family member, Gino Odjick,” According to the team, a statement on Twitter. “The team extends our condolences to the Odjick family and friends.”
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In 1998, the Islanders purchased Odjick and traded Jason Strudwick to the Canucks for him. Odjick spent parts of his next three seasons in New York. In 1997-98, Odjick played 13 games and 1998-99, respectively. 46 in 1999-2000 Before the team dealt him to the Flyers. Odjick had 22 points and 254 penalties minutes in total 82 games played with the Islanders.
According to Sportsnet, Odjick holds the Canucks’ record for most penalty minutes in franchise history with 2,127. In 1996-97, Odjick led the NHL in penalty minutes with 371. This was a season where he played 70 of his 605 NHL matches.
“Gino was a fan-favourite from the moment he joined the organization, putting his heart and soul into every shift on and off the ice,” Francesco Aquilini was the Canucks governor and chairman, according to a statement. “He inspired many and embodied what it means to be a Canuck. Personally, he was a close friend and confidant, someone I could lean on for advice and support. He will be deeply missed.”
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