Troy Murray Joins Blackhawks Inaugural Hall of Fame

The former center is honored alongside Duncan Keith and Steve Larmer.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 9:09pm

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The Chicago Blackhawks have announced that Troy Murray will be inducted into the team's inaugural Hall of Fame class, joining defenseman Duncan Keith and forward Steve Larmer as the first three members of the prestigious honor.

Why it matters

Murray was a key part of the Blackhawks' success in the 1980s and early 1990s, making three All-Star teams and helping the team reach the Stanley Cup Finals in 1992. His induction into the Hall of Fame recognizes his significant contributions to the franchise over his 13-year career in Chicago.

The details

A center who played for the Blackhawks from 1982 to 1994, Murray was known for his two-way play and leadership on the ice. He recorded 776 points in 1,028 career NHL games, with 342 goals and 434 assists. Murray was a three-time NHL All-Star and helped the Blackhawks reach the Stanley Cup Finals in 1992, where they ultimately fell to the Pittsburgh Penguins.

  • The Blackhawks announced Murray's induction on March 30, 2026.
  • Murray played for the Blackhawks from 1982 to 1994.

The players

Troy Murray

A former center who played for the Chicago Blackhawks from 1982 to 1994, making three NHL All-Star teams and helping the team reach the Stanley Cup Finals in 1992.

Duncan Keith

A defenseman who is also being inducted into the Blackhawks' inaugural Hall of Fame class, having played for the team from 2005 to 2021 and winning three Stanley Cup championships.

Steve Larmer

A forward who is the third member of the Blackhawks' inaugural Hall of Fame class, playing for the team from 1982 to 1993 and winning the Calder Trophy as the NHL's Rookie of the Year in 1983.

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What they’re saying

“Troy Murray was the heart and soul of our team for over a decade. His two-way play, leadership, and commitment to the Blackhawks organization make him a deserving first-ballot Hall of Famer.”

— Danny Wirtz, Blackhawks Chairman

What’s next

The Blackhawks will hold a special ceremony to induct Murray, Keith, and Larmer into the team's Hall of Fame on June 15, 2026, during the offseason.

The takeaway

The induction of Troy Murray, Duncan Keith, and Steve Larmer into the inaugural Chicago Blackhawks Hall of Fame class honors three of the franchise's most iconic players from different eras, cementing their legacies as Blackhawks legends.