A beloved longtime NHL announcer has died at 63 years old.
Troy Murray, who played 12 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks and later became a longtime announcer for the team, has died. He had been battling cancer.
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“Troy Murray was a Chicago Blackhawks legend. A smart, gritty center who played a decade in Chicago, earned fans’ respect with his skill and leadership, and later became our trusted color analyst on both TV and radio,” Bill Wirtz announced.
“After being diagnosed with cancer, Troy fought valiantly with the same courage he showed on the ice, inspiring the hockey community through treatments, comebacks to the booth, and heartfelt tributes during Hockey Fights Cancer nights.”
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Murray had revealed in 2021 that he had been diagnosed with cancer.
Murray had said at the time that he wanted “to let everyone know of the challenge that I’m currently facing.” He did not specify the type of cancer he was facing.
The team released a statement.
“Troy Murray is remembered for not only his contributions on the ice, but for his professionalism and humility and dedication to the city of Chicago,” the team said in a release. “He leaves behind a lasting legacy within the Blackhawks family and the broader hockey world.”
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Murray was a third round pick in the 1980 NHL Draft. He concluded his career in Chicago with 197 goals and 488 points in 688 games over two stints. Murray also played for Winnipeg, Ottawa and Pittsburgh.
May he rest in peace.
This story was originally published by The Spun on Mar 8, 2026, where it first appeared in the Hockey section. Add The Spun as a Preferred Source by clicking here.