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Former Chicago Blackhawks standout Troy Murray, who moved into the broadcast booth after his playing career, has died, the team announced Saturday. He was 63 years old.
The Blackhawks said he died later that day.
It is unclear where Murray spent his final moments. Murray publicly revealed his cancer diagnosis in August 2021. While he revealed that he had been receiving chemotherapy, details about the type of cancer he was battling were kept private.
Murray, affectionately known as “Muzz,” continued to appear on Blackhawks broadcasts during his battle with cancer, although his appearances eventually tapered off. He stepped away from the stand completely ahead of the 2025-26 NHL season.
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Troy Murray is honored during Hockey Fights Cancer Night during a game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the San Jose Sharks at the United Center on November 28, 2021 in Chicago. (Chase Agnello-Dean/NHLI via Getty Images)
For more than a decade, Murray was the center for the Blackhawks. CEO Danny Wirtz said the loss of one of the franchise’s most respected leaders left the team “deeply heartbroken.”
“Troy was the epitome of a Blackhawk far beyond his incredible playing career, and his presence was felt in every corner of our organization over the past 45 years,” Wirtz said.
“During his long, hard battle with cancer, it was often said that Troy did not give up,” Wirtz added. “While our front office won’t be the same without him, we will carry that spirit every day in his honor. We will miss you, Troy.”
Former Chicago Blackhawks player Troy Murray is honored during the “One More Shift” campaign before a game against the Ottawa Senators at the United Center on February 21, 2018 in Chicago. (Chase Agnello-Dean/NHLI via Getty Images)
After 12 seasons with the Blackhawks, Murray finished his NHL career with the Colorado Avalanche, winning the Stanley Cup in 1996.
After spending the following season with the Chicago Wolves of the International Hockey League, Murray remained in the city to begin his television career in 1998. Murray was also named president of the Blackhawks alumni association.
“Troy Murray is remembered not only for his contributions on the ice, but also for his professionalism, humility and dedication to the city of Chicago,” the team said in a statement. “He leaves a lasting legacy within the Blackhawks family and in the world of hockey at large.”
Chicago Blackhawks radio announcers John Wiedeman and Troy Murray wear lavender ties in honor of Hockey Fights Cancer Night during a game against the Vancouver Canucks on October 20, 2010 at the United Center in Chicago. (Bill Smith/NHLI via Getty Images)
Originally from Calgary, Alberta, Murray surpassed 20 goals on five occasions, but also became known for his defensive play. In 1986, he became the first Blackhawks player to win the NHL’s Frank J. Selke Trophy, the award for the league’s best defensive forward.
Murray finished with 197 goals in 688 games over two stints with the Blackhawks and also played for the Winnipeg Jets, Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins. In total, he scored 230 goals in 915 career games.
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