Greg Millen, Long-Time NHL Goaltender Became Broadcaster, Dies At 67 Years Old

Greg Millen, a former NHL goalie who became a well-recognized hockey commentator despite retiring from the game, passed away today. Millen was about sixty-seven years old. We are sad to inform you of his death today. He played for six different clubs in the National Hockey League for 14 seasons.

On Monday, the NHL Alumni Association created the highlights of Millen's passing. Sportsnet, a Canadian sports broadcast network, reported Millen's death. There was no indication of the cause of death. The NHLAA determined Millen's passing as "sudden."

Based on the NHLAA release, "We sorrow the sudden passing of Greg Millen today with heavy hearts." "Everyone in the broadcasting industry recognized and admired him. Greg's family is in our memories and prayers throughout this trying time.

Indelible mark' left by Millen on hockey

Sportsnet appreciated Millen's contributions to hockey as a player and a commentator in its statement remembering his passing.

 "As both a player and a broadcaster, Greg left a lasting impact on the sport as well as everyone who had the pleasure to recognize him and listen to him," the statement released. "With his infectious passion for the game, sharp observations and quick wit, Greg was a trusted and familiar voice in the homes of millions of Canadians for more than 30 years."

From 1978 to 1992, Millen served 14 NHL seasons with six various teams. Before playing his final season with the Detroit Red Wings, he performed for the Hartford Whalers, Quebec Nordiques, St. Louis Blues, and Chicago Blackhawks despite starting his career with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

 With 17 career shutouts and a 2.71 goals-against average, Millen performed in 604 NHL games as an NHL goalie overall. In 1989, he made six shutouts, the highest in the league. Following retirement, Millen began working as a broadcaster, representing the Ottawa Senators in their inaugural season, 1992–93.

He started presenting colour commentary on "Hockey Night in Canada" on the CBC and later on Sportsnet for the NHL. Based on the NHLAA, Millen collaborated as a broadcaster for 12 Stanley Cup finals, three Olympic Games, two World Cups of Hockey, and 12 NHL All-Star games.

Sympathies to Millen

 They were sorrowed when the hockey and broadcast circles discovered Millen's passing. Darren Dreger posted, "Served many games with Greg," on social media. "He greatly inspired me in my early performance years—sincere sympathies to his friends and family. "Just horrible news to watch today" was written by Ray Ferraro. "Way too young, sympathies to Millsy's family."

Elliotte Friedman's post read, "Terrible day for everyone who played with Greg." "I admired hockey and his contribution. His extended family, kids, wife, and now grandchildren were the only things he attached more. Social media posts were also created by teams for whom Millen performed or officiated games.