Troy Murray, a former NHL center and Stanley Cup champion, has died at 63 years old. He passed away after a nearly five-year battle with cancer, according to reports. Murray played 15 seasons in the NHL for teams including the Chicago Blackhawks, Winnipeg Jets, Ottawa Senators, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Colorado Avalanche.
In the 1985/86 season, he was awarded the Selke Trophy as the league's best defensive forward. He won the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 1996, alongside teammates such as Peter Forsberg. After his playing career, Murray worked as a radio commentator for the Blackhawks and served as chairman of the Chicago Blackhawks Alumni Association.
The Chicago Blackhawks issued a statement expressing deep sorrow over his loss, describing him as a beloved figure in the organization.