Former Boston Bruins captain Milt Schmidt has died, according to several sources including The Associated Press.

Schmidt began his NHL career with the Bruins in 1936 and captained them from 1950 to his final season in 1955. His career spanned 776 games, all spent in Boston.

Schmidt captured the Stanley Cup in 1939 and again in 1941. He won the Hart Trophy as the NHL MVP in 1951.

Following his playing days, Schmidt served as head coach of the Bruins for 11 seasons, a tenure which included two trips to the Stanley Cup Final. He also served as general manager of the Bruins from 1967 to 1972.

Schmidt was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1961.

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