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Former Chicago Blackhawks player Troy Murray, who transitioned into broadcasting after playing, has died, the team announced Saturday. He was 63 years old.
The Blackhawks said he died this morning.
It is not clear where Murray spent his last moments. Murray publicly revealed that he was diagnosed with cancer in August 2021. While he revealed that he was undergoing chemotherapy, the details of the type of cancer he was battling were kept secret.
Murray, known as “Muzz,” continued to appear on Blackhawks broadcasts during his battle with cancer, though his appearances eventually decreased. He left the roster completely before the 2025-26 NHL season.
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Troy Murray is honored during Hockey Fights Cancer night during the game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the San Jose Sharks at the United Center Nov. 28, 2021, in Chicago. (Chase Agnello-Dean/NHLI via Getty Images)
For more than a decade, Murray starred at center for the Blackhawks. CEO Danny Wirtz said the loss of one of the franchise’s most respected leaders left the team “deeply saddened.”
“Troy has been the epitome of Blackhawk history beyond his incredible playing career, and his presence has been felt in every part of our organization for the past 45 years,” Wirtz said.
“During his long battle with cancer, it was often said that Troy had no ‘give up’ in him,” added Wirtz. “Although our office would not be the same without him, we will carry that spirit forward every day to honor him. We will miss you, Troy.”
Troy Murray, former Chicago Blackhawks player, is honored during the “One More Shift” campaign before the game against the Ottawa Senators at the United Center Feb. 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 1996 Stanley Cup.
After spending the next season with the International Hockey League’s Chicago Wolves, Murray stayed in the city to begin his broadcasting career in 1998. Murray was also named president of the Blackhawks student body.
“Troy Murray is remembered not only for his contributions on the ice, but for his professionalism, humility and dedication to the city of Chicago,” the team said in a statement. “He leaves a lasting legacy on the Blackhawks family and the entire hockey world.”
Chicago Blackhawks broadcasters John Wiedeman and Troy Murray wear lavender ties in honor of Hockey Fights Cancer night during a game against the Vancouver Canucks Oct. 20, 2010, at the United Center in Chicago. (Bill Smith/NHLI via Getty Images)
From Calgary, Alberta, Murray scored five goals on five occasions, but was also known for his defensive play. In 1986, he became the first Blackhawks player to win the NHL’s Frank J. Selke Trophy, awarded to the league’s top defensive forward.
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Murray finished with 197 goals in 688 games with two goals with the Blackhawks and also played for the Winnipeg Jets, Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins. In all, he had 230 goals in 915 career games.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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