Blackhawks’ Analyst Murray Battling Cancer

• Troy Murray, the former NHL player and longtime Color Analyst for the NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks on the team’s radio flagship, WGN Radio/Chicago, announced that he is battling cancer. Murray issued a statement that reads, “I want to let everyone know of the challenge that I’m currently facing. I have been diagnosed with cancer. With the love and support of my family, friends, the Wirtz family, the Chicago Blackhawks organization and WGN Radio I’m confident that together, we will beat this. I look forward to being in the booth calling Blackhawk games in front of the most passionate and energetic fans in all of hockey. My family and I appreciate privacy during this time as we fight this challenge.”

Murray, 59, was originally drafted by the Blackhawks in the 1980 NHL Entry Draft and played for the Hawks from 1981-91. After a two-year stint with the Winnipeg Jets, Murray returned to the Hawks for two more seasons. After subsequent stops with the Ottawa Senators and the Pittsburgh Penguins, Murray finished his pro career with the Colorado Avalanche in 1996. He made the transition into broadcasting booth in 1998.

Mary Sandberg Boyle, VP/GM of WGN Radio issued a statement that reads, “Troy is beloved by all our listeners and is a significant member of the WGN Radio family. It goes without saying that Troy and his family have our love and support as he begins his treatments. We are cheering for him and wish him well. Along with the Blackhawks, we ask that you respect his privacy during this time.”