A news release from the team. More to come from freep.com:
The Detroit Red Wings are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Bill Gadsby, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 88. Gadsby was a veteran of 1,248 NHL games between the Chicago Blackhawks, New York Rangers and Red Wings, spending the final five seasons of his legendary career in Detroit from 1961-66. Gadsby also served as head coach of the Red Wings from 1968-70, compiling a 35-31-12 record.
Inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1970, Gadsby spent 20 seasons in the NHL, totaling 568 points (130-438-568) and 1,539 penalty minutes.