February 14, 2023; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; A view of the Chicago Blackhawks logo on jerseys worn by team members against the Montreal Canadiens during the third period at the Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Image Former Chicago forward and longtime Blackhawks broadcaster Troy Murray died Saturday after a long battle with cancer. He was 63 years old.
“The Chicago Blackhawks are deeply saddened today as we mourn the loss of our beloved ‘Muzz’ Troy Murray and extend our love and support to his family,” team president and CEO Danny Wirtz said in a statement.
A third-round draft pick by Chicago in 1980, Murray became the league’s best defensive forward and the first player in franchise history to win the Selke Trophy in 1985-86. He played 12 of 15 seasons with the Blackhawks, recording 488 points (197 goals, 291 assists) and 707 penalty minutes in 688 games with Chicago.
Murray also served as captain for two seasons with the Winnipeg Jets, along with the Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins, before winning the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in his final season in 1995-96. His career scoring totals include 584 points (230 goals, 354 assists) and 875 penalty minutes in 915 games.
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All of us here at the Blackhawks extend our deepest condolences to Troy’s family, friends, alumni, and many fans who loved him dearly.
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Murray transitioned into broadcasting, serving as a radio color analyst for the Blackhawks for more than 20 years. He also served as president of the Chicago Blackhawks Alumni Association.
“Troy was the epitome of a Blackhawk, and his incredible playing career went far beyond that, making his presence felt in every corner of our organization over the past 45 years,” Wirtz said. “He was respected by his teammates and players and was very proud to connect multiple generations of Blackhawks through his work with the Blackhawks Alumni Association. He jumped at every call to support the community with our foundation. He never missed an opportunity to say ‘hi’ in the press box and always knew the perfect time to crack a joke when someone around the office needed it most. And he never wavered in his dedication to his craft, making it very important to bring Blackhawks hockey to our fans night after night. I liked it until the end.
“During his long and difficult battle with cancer, Troy was often told that he never ‘gave up’. Our front office simply would not be the same without him, but we will carry that spirit forward every day in his honor. We will miss you, Muz.”
Murray revealed in 2021 that he had been diagnosed with cancer.
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