Paul Boutilier, ex-NHLer from Sydney passes away
A former NHL player from Sydney, Nova Scotia has passed away. In a statement on social media, the NHL Alumni A...
surge105.caHere’s the latest I can verify about Paul Boutilier:
- Multiple outlets report that former NHL defenseman Paul Boutilier has passed away at age 63, with announcements dated May 13, 2026. This includes media from BVM Sports and BVMSports noting his death and referencing the NHL Alumni Association’s statement.[2][4]
- Obituaries and remembrances highlight his career as a Stanley Cup champion with the New York Islanders in 1983 and note his post-playing roles in coaching and development within junior and collegiate hockey contexts.[3][4][5][2]
- Reports mention his recent involvement as a defensive consultant with junior teams, including the Moncton Wildcats, and reference prior coaching duties with other hockey programs.[4][3]
If you’d like, I can pull together a short timeline of Boutilier’s career highlights and post-playing roles based on these sources, or focus on a specific region (e.g., Islanders, QMJHL, or Nashville development work). I can also summarize tributes or memorials that have been announced.