Lyndon Byers, who enjoyed a 10-year NHL career mostly with the Boston Bruins and transitioned into a radio career after his playing days, passed away.
Byers passed away on Friday, as revealed by his wife, Annie, on Saturday.
The Bruins issued a statement where they acknowledged his role in the team’s 1988 and 1990 trips to the Stanley Cup Final, as well as his radio career.
A son of Nipawan, Saskatchewan, Lyndon became a true Bostonian and we will miss him dearly,” the statement said in part. “He is forever a part of our Bruins family. Our thoughts are with his wife, Annie, and son, Will, during this very difficult time.”
As news of his passing broke, Byers was fondly remembered.
Byers was 61.
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