Kyle Calder has sadly passed away.
The former NHL player—who played for the Chicago Blackhawks, Philadelphia Flyers, Detroit Red Wings, Los Angeles Kings, and Anaheim Ducks—died on Monday (June 15). He was 47.
A cause of death has not been made available at this time. The Associated Press said he passed after a “brief illness.”
His daughter, Madison, shared the tragic news on her Instagram.
Dad, there will never ever be enough words in the world to describe how incredibly lucky I was to have you as my dad. Never in a million years would I have thought this day would come. There will forever be a void in my heart, but forever a spot just for you.
The father, husband, son, man, friend, coach, hockey player, and everything in between that you were is truly indescribable. The lessons you taught me, the strength you showed me, and the person you pushed me to become every single day- I carry all of it with me.
Thank you for being my biggest fan through every stage of my life. Thank you for loving me unconditionally. I would give anything for one more conversation, one more hug, one more “I love you,” or to hear your voice one more time.
I love you more than anything in the world to the moon and back infinitely. Save me a spot on the ice, Dad. I know you’re skating around in heaven cheering all of us on from above. Fly high.
The NHL alumni and Chicago Blackhawk‘s social media accounts also posted tributes to Kyle.
Our thoughts are with Kyle Calder‘s loved ones at this incredibly difficult time. We have sadly lost many stars in 2026.
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