Troy Murray, NHL Legend, Passes Away
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Troy Murray, former NHL player and Chicago Blackhawks broadcaster, has passed away at 63 after a long battle with cancer. Murray, a third-round draft pick in 1980, spent 15 seasons in the league, with 12 as a Blackhawk. His standout year was 1985-86, when he scored 45 goals and 99 points, earning the Frank J. Selke Trophy. He finished his career with 584 points in 915 games. After retiring, Murray joined the Blackhawks broadcast booth in 1998, becoming a beloved voice. He called the teams championship runs in 2010, 2013, and 2015. The Blackhawks organization mourns his loss, calling him the heart of the team for over 45 years. Murray was diagnosed with cancer in 2021 but continued broadcasting through treatment. He stepped back this season due to his declining health, leaving a lasting legacy in Chicago hockey.
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