Career Timeline of Troy Murray: Major Achievements and Milestones

Updated: March 7, 2026

How Troy Murray built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Troy Murray is a Canadian former professional ice hockey centre who played in the NHL. Currently, he serves as the color analyst for Chicago Blackhawks radio broadcasts on WGN 720. Born in Calgary, Alberta, Murray spent his formative years in St. Albert, Alberta. He had a successful career as a hockey player before transitioning to broadcasting.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1978: Joins St. Albert Saints

In 1978, Troy Murray began playing for the St. Albert Saints of the Alberta Junior Hockey League.

1980: Continues with St. Albert Saints

In 1980, Troy Murray continued to play for part of the season with the St. Albert Saints of the Alberta Junior Hockey League, and he also played briefly with the Lethbridge Broncos of the Western Hockey League.

1980: Drafted by Chicago Black Hawks

In 1980, Troy Murray was drafted by the Chicago Black Hawks with the 57th overall selection in the 3rd round of the NHL entry draft.

1981: NHL Debut

In 1981, Troy Murray made his debut in the National Hockey League.

1981: Named to All-Star Team

In 1981, Troy Murray was named to the Western Collegiate Hockey Association Second All-Star Team while playing at the University of North Dakota.

April 4, 1982: NHL Debut and First Goal

On April 4, 1982, Troy Murray made his National Hockey League debut in the 1981–82 season playoffs against the Minnesota North Stars, scoring his first-ever NHL goal.

1982: NCAA Title and World Junior Championship

In 1982, Troy Murray led North Dakota in scoring as a freshman and helped them capture an NCAA Title, and he was also chosen to play for Team Canada at the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, where he was named team captain and led the team to a gold medal victory.

1985: Career Peak

During the 1985–86 season, Troy Murray's career peaked as he scored 99 points, and he was awarded the Frank J. Selke Trophy for best defensive forward in the league that year.

1991: Trade to Winnipeg Jets

In 1991-92, Troy Murray was traded to the Winnipeg Jets along with teammate Warren Rychel for Bryan Marchment and Chris Norton.

1992: Return to Blackhawks

In 1992–93, Troy Murray was reacquired by the Blackhawks after a short stint with the Winnipeg Jets, where he was named team captain.

1994: Trade to Ottawa Senators

In 1994-95, Troy Murray was traded to the Ottawa Senators, where he was the only player on the team to finish with a plus rating.

1995: Trade to Pittsburgh Penguins and Colorado Avalanche

In 1995–96, Troy Murray was traded from the Ottawa Senators to the Pittsburgh Penguins, where he played in 13 games before being traded to the Colorado Avalanche, with whom he later won the Stanley Cup.

1997: Retirement

In 1997, Troy Murray retired from professional hockey after playing one more year with the Chicago Wolves of the International Hockey League.

1998: Joins Blackhawks TV Crew

In 1998–99 season, Troy Murray joined the Blackhawks TV crew as the studio analyst.

November 13, 2003: Named TV Color Commentator

On November 13, 2003, Troy Murray was named TV color commentator, teaming up with Pat Foley, with their play by play simulcast on WSCR.

2006: Paired with John Wiedeman

In 2006, Troy Murray was paired with John Wiedeman as the radio and television broadcasts were separated, and the duo has called three Stanley Cup Championships together.

2011: Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Award

In 2011, Troy Murray and his broadcast partners won the Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Award.

2012: Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Award

In 2012, Troy Murray and John Wiedeman received top honors in the "Best Sports Story" category at the IBA Silver Dome Awards.

2014: Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Award

In 2014, Troy Murray and his broadcast partners won the Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Award.

June 2015: Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Award

In June 2015, Troy Murray and broadcast partners John Wiedeman and Judd Sirott received top honors in the Chicago Market "Best Radio Play-By-Play" category at the Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Awards.