A NEW York Islanders legend has died at the age of 63.

The NHL confirmed Stanley Cup champion Paul Boutilier’s tragic passing on Thursday.

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New York Islanders legend Paul Boutilier skates with the puck in 1984 Credit: Getty

New York Islanders head coach Al Arbour, center, and his players, including Boutilier, far left, in March 1985 Credit: Getty

The former Islanders defenseman Boutilier died just days after turning 63.

Boutilier helped the Islanders win the Stanley Cup in 1983.

He played for the Islanders for five of his nine seasons.

Boutilier’s cause of death has yet to be revealed.

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The NHL Alumni Association confirmed the news of Boutilier’s passing in a statement.

“We sent our deepest condolences to Paul’s family, friends, and former teammates during this incredibly difficult time,” the NHLAA wrote.

Boutilier was selected with the No. 21 overall pick by the Islanders in the 1981 Draft.

He was part of the franchise’s 1982-83 Stanley Cup-winning season, appearing in 29 regular-season and two playoff games.

Boutilier on the ice Credit: Getty

Boutilier holding New York Rangers’ Ron Greschner during a 1985 game Credit: Getty

Boutilier would be more of a contributor in the next two seasons for the Isles before enjoying stints with the Boston Bruins, Minnesota North Stars, New York Rangers, and Winnipeg Jets before retiring in 1991.

During his time with the Islanders, Boutilier appeared in 213 regular-season games along with 36 appearances in the playoffs.

After his retirement, Boutilier became a coach, serving as an assistant coach at Saint Mary’s University in Canada from 1991 to 1993.

He then became head coach and held the position until 1997.

Tributes poured in for Boutilier on social media.

“Sad news… young promising Islanders defenseman who never quite reached his potential. Booming shot from the point. Not always accurate. But he was a gamer. RIP,” one wrote on X.

“Terrible news. Love and prayers to the family,” another commented.

“RIP Boots. Many defenseman owe you gratitude,” a third added.