March 7, 2026, 11:43 a.m. ET

Troy Murray, a 15-year NHL veteran and longtime Chicago Blackhawks analyst, has died at 63.

The Blackhawks announced Murray’s passing Saturday morning with a statement from chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz. Murray had been battling cancer since being diagnosed on Aug. 9, 2021. After pushing through biweekly chemotherapy treatments, Murray returned to the broadcast booth on Dec. 15, 2021 and has since done both TV and radio commentary for the franchise.

“The Chicago Blackhawks are deeply heartbroken today as we mourn the loss of Troy Murray, our beloved ‘Muzz,’ and our love and support go out to his family,” Wirtz said, per NHL.com. “Troy was the epitome of a Blackhawk, so far beyond his incredible playing career with a presence felt in every corner of our organization over the last 45 years. He was admired by his teammates and our players, and was so proud to connect generations of Blackhawks through his work with the Blackhawks Alumni Association. 

“He jumped at every call to support our local community with our Foundation. He never missed a chance to say ‘hello’ in our press box and always knew the perfect time for a joke just when someone around the office needed it most. And he absolutely loved bringing Blackhawks hockey to you, our fans, night after night with a dedication to his craft that never wavered to the very end.”

Before his entry into broadcasting, Murray had a lengthy, successful playing career. Murray played for five teams over his 15-year career, winning a Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 1996. He also won the Frank J. Selke Trophy, which is given to the NHL’s top defensive forward, for the Blackhawks 10 years prior.

Murray joined the Blackhawks in a media capacity in 1998 and never looked back, covering the team for more than a quarter-century until his passing.

“During his long and hard battle with cancer, it was often said that Troy didn’t have any ‘give up’ in him,” Wirtz said. “While our front office simply won’t be the same without him, we will carry that spirit forward every day in his honor. We’ll miss you, Troy.”

Murray will be sorely missed by fans in Chicago and across the NHL.