Chicago Blackhawks To Honor Late Radio Analyst Troy Murray

The team will induct Murray into their inaugural Hall of Fame class in the Builder category.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 4:34pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented hockey scene, with sharp planes of navy, crimson, and silver overlapping to create a dynamic, abstract representation of the sport.The Blackhawks' induction of longtime broadcaster Troy Murray into their Hall of Fame honors his lasting impact on the team and the sport of hockey in Chicago.Chicago Today

The Chicago Blackhawks have named former radio color commentator Troy Murray to the Builder category of the organization's inaugural Hall of Fame class after his passing earlier this month. Murray spent more than two decades as one of the Windy City's most recognized hockey voices, providing color commentary for the team on WGN-AM and other outlets following a 15-year NHL career that included 12 seasons with the Blackhawks.

Why it matters

The Builder category recognizes individuals whose impact extends beyond on-ice performance, covering leadership, community engagement, and organizational service. Murray's induction into the Blackhawks' inaugural Hall of Fame class alongside jersey-retired legends like Steve Larmer and Duncan Keith highlights his lasting impact on the team and its fanbase.

The details

After retiring from a 15-year NHL career that included 12 seasons with Chicago and a 1986 Frank J. Selke Trophy, Murray moved into broadcasting, spending more than 20 years as a color analyst for the Blackhawks. He first revealed his cancer diagnosis in 2021 and passed away on March 7 of this year.

  • Murray spent more than 20 years as a color analyst for the Blackhawks.
  • Murray revealed his cancer diagnosis in 2021.
  • Murray passed away on March 7, 2026.

The players

Troy Murray

A former NHL player who spent 12 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks and later worked as a color commentator for the team for over 20 years until his passing in 2026.

Steve Larmer

One of the Blackhawks' jersey-retired legends who will be inducted into the team's inaugural Hall of Fame class alongside Troy Murray.

Duncan Keith

Another Blackhawks jersey-retired legend who will be inducted into the team's inaugural Hall of Fame class alongside Troy Murray.

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What’s next

The Blackhawks will formally induct Troy Murray and the rest of the inaugural Hall of Fame class next month.

The takeaway

Troy Murray's induction into the Chicago Blackhawks' inaugural Hall of Fame class in the Builder category recognizes his lasting impact on the team and its fanbase through his decades-long career as a beloved color commentator following his playing days.