Hockey World Mourns and Celebrates Mike Bossy

The New York Islanders are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the greatest pure goal scorer, four-time Stanley Cup Champion and Hockey Hall of Fame member, Mike Bossy. https://t.co/hbyozJ4BUS

— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) April 15, 2022

The NHL mourns the passing of Mike Bossy, the dynamic winger whose goal-scoring prowess during a remarkable 10-year career ranks, by almost any measure, as one of the greatest in NHL history.

Full statement from Commissioner Bettman: https://t.co/JHc2cNcS27 pic.twitter.com/oEl0YlodnE

— NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) April 15, 2022

Sad news to hear of the passing of Mike Bossy. Peace to his family. An amazing player, tough, among the games very elite scorers. Privileged to play a few games against him. 🙏

— Ray Ferraro (@rayferraro21) April 15, 2022

How about this Mike Bossy goal run:
1978-79- 69 goals
1979-80- 51
1980-81- 68
1981-82- 64
1982-83- 60
…And just the kindest, sweetest guy…Those Islanders teams were great but they were also fun, warm, and engaging. Part of their enduring popularity and connection to Isles fans https://t.co/mED58HcLW1

— BucciOT.Com (@Buccigross) April 15, 2022

We’re saddened to learn of Mike Bossy’s passing this morning. Our thoughts and condolences go out to his friends, family, former teammates and TVA Sports colleagues.

A legend of our game who will be dearly missed. pic.twitter.com/K5qLpt0NjC

— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) April 15, 2022

A sad day. Mike Bossy was a great man and the purest goal scorer the NHL has ever seen. Condolences to the Bossy family, his Isles teammates, and countless friends around the world. https://t.co/cF9jTGVl3N

— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) April 15, 2022

Saddened by the news of Mike Bossy’s passing. One of the greatest to ever play. One of the most complex, thoughtful to ever play. Few hockey reads I’ve enjoyed more than his letter to his younger self from a few years ago. Rest In Peace. https://t.co/qcH5Oj4LAy

— Chris Cuthbert (@CCpxpSN) April 15, 2022

My heart goes out to Mike Bossy’s family and friends. Rest in peace to a true Islanders legend 💙🧡 pic.twitter.com/ayyMXtSlcr

— Mike Commito (@mikecommito) April 15, 2022

From his first season in the Quebec Junior League through his second last NHL season, Mike Bossy scored at least 50 goals 13 straight years. Not until 1986-87 when injuries limited The Boss to 63 games did the streak end at 38 goals: https://t.co/znvVy55Od2 pic.twitter.com/uhTMProia3

— TSN Hockey (@TSNHockey) April 15, 2022

We welcome anyone who wishes to change their profile picture & header to do so in honor of Mike Bossy. pic.twitter.com/Qayx0aAasu

— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) April 15, 2022

Nobody – not Wayne Gretzky, not Phil Esposito, not Alex Ovechkin – would equal Mike Bossy's scoring run of nine straight 50-goal years. An Islanders legend, Bossy died on Friday. He was 65. @SportsnetSpec tells us why Bossy was such an elite talent.https://t.co/hBegOJZvxI

— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) April 15, 2022

Mike Bossy was an artist and my first experience with a counter-culture superhero who was fearless on and off the ice. One of the most extraordinary players and people I’ve come across in the game. 🙏 https://t.co/m9waMRTb7c

— Bob McKenzie (@TSNBobMcKenzie) April 15, 2022

Heartbreaking news about Mike Bossy. Sending prayers to his family and friends including his #Isles teammates. https://t.co/RhUUd5pN19

— Shannon Hogan (@Shannon_Hogan) April 15, 2022

For 16 years I travelled with Mike Bossy around the country with the Safe and Fun Hockey Program. He was so kind, great with the kids, and humble. Today we lost a great human being. #ripmikebossy 💔 pic.twitter.com/3oKf6LFU89

— Cassie Campbell-Pascall (@CassieCampbell) April 15, 2022

We send our deepest condolences to the Bossy family, the Islanders community, and all those around the hockey world who grieve the loss of a legend.

#22 Forever pic.twitter.com/JDma39dIG4

— MSG Networks (@MSGNetworks) April 15, 2022

My appreciation of @NYIslanders Mike Bossy will study his link to #GoHabsGo icon Maurice Richard, who scored 50 goals in 50 games in 1944-45. In 1980-81, Mike matched the Rocket, for which he was forever proud. Expect Canadiens to celebrate Mike’s life pregame vs #Isles tonight pic.twitter.com/RyxBxqEpMG

— Dave Stubbs 🇨🇦 (@Dave_Stubbs) April 15, 2022

Condolences to the Bossy family on the passing of one of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

— Jeff Marek (@JeffMarek) April 15, 2022

Mike Bossy (NYI22) had a terrific game in the Isles' 5-4 OT win against the Flyers.

He scored a goal and an assist to help the team win its first Stanley Cup in franchise history.

Here are his most notable plays and puck touches. #Isles pic.twitter.com/3Vnoq2kOvd

— JFresh (@JFreshHockey) April 15, 2022