With a .873 save percentage and a 3.88 goals-against average, Greg Millen certainly made a name for himself as a respectable goalie. Playing for six teams over 14 seasons, Millen cemented himself as an elite star with 604 games to his name. However, it was his role in the NHL off the ice that made him a household name in his native country. Naturally, with the netminder leaving behind the mortal world, hockey fans are in a state of mourning.
Thanks to his unmissable coverage style, the Calgary Flames’ color broadcaster has become a popular voice in every Canadian household in recent years. However, the 1977 NHL draft pick passed into the great unknown on Monday, leaving fans tending a bleeding heart.
The official NHL Alumni Association X account shared news of Millen’s passing with a social media update on April 6. “It is with heavy hearts we share the sudden passing of Greg Millen today,” the post noted his heartbreak at having to bid goodbye to yet another veteran of the game. The former NHL star was 67 years old at the time of his death.
“Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with Greg’s family at this very difficult time,” the recent X post stated with a brooding tone. His former teams also shared their condolences across social media platforms. Soon, fans and other NHL community members came forward, noting their sadness after learning about Greg’s sudden demise.
It is with heavy hearts we share the sudden passing of Greg Millen today. He played 14 seasons between the pipes in the National Hockey League for six teams: the Pittsburgh Penguins, Hartford Whalers, St. Louis Blues, Quebec Nordiques, Chicago Blackhawks, and Detroit Red Wings.… pic.twitter.com/8bW05zgSx6
— NHL Alumni (@NHLAlumni) April 7, 2025
“Still trying to process this heartbreaking news. I’ll forever cherish the time we spent together in the booth watching the game we love. Gone way too soon. Love ya Millsy,” wrote Millen’s young colleague and broadcaster Ryan Moir, who, despite their age difference, managed to form a close bond with the seasoned commentator.
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