Here’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.
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Canadian ice hockey player
www.wikidata.orgFormer NHL defenseman Paul Boutilier has passed away at the age of 63, as announced by the NHL Alumni Association. Boutilier had a career that spanned multiple
bvmsports.comThe former Islander defenseman and Stanley Cup champion has spent recent years coaching
www.nhl.comFormer NHL defenseman Paul Boutilier, a Stanley Cup champion with the New York Islanders, passed away at 63, as announced by the NHL Alumni Association. The cau
bvmsports.comEliteprospects.com hockey player profile of Paul Boutilier, 1963-05-03 Sydney, NS, CAN Canada. Most recently in the NLA with ZSC Lions. Complete player biography and stats.
www.eliteprospects.comA former NHL player from Sydney, Nova Scotia has passed away. In a statement on social media, the NHL Alumni A...
surge105.caWe are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Defensive Consultant Paul Boutilier. Boutilier was a 1st Round Draft Pick of the New York Islanders in 1981 and played 329 games in the NHL with the Islanders, Boston Bruins, Minnesota North Stars, New York Rangers and Winnipeg Jets. He also played 2 seasons (1987-1989)…
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