Troy Murray, Former Blackhawks Player and Broadcaster, Dies at 63

Troy Murray, who spent 12 seasons playing for the Chicago Blackhawks before becoming the team's long-time broadcasting analyst, has died at age 63. According to multiple reports, the Blackhawks announced Murray's death on Saturday without specifying where it occurred.

The former player and broadcaster was nicknamed "Muzz" and revealed in August 2021 that he had been diagnosed with cancer and was undergoing chemotherapy treatments. He did not specify the type of cancer or provide other details about his condition. Murray continued working on Blackhawks broadcasts, though at a diminished workload, before stepping away entirely this season.

Blackhawks chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz expressed the organization's grief in a statement: "Troy was the epitome of a Blackhawk so far beyond his incredible playing career, with his presence felt in every corner of our organization over the last 45 years."

Wirtz added that Murray's resilience during his battle with cancer was notable. "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 won't be the same without him, we will carry that spirit forward every day in his honor."

Murray's playing career spanned 15 years and included a Stanley Cup victory with the Colorado Avalanche in 1996. After retiring from professional play, he began his broadcasting career in 1998 and became president of the Blackhawks alumni association.