NHL Community Mourns Loss of Executive Ray Shero at 62

Ray Shero, the former general manager of the Pittsburgh Penguins and a beloved figure in the NHL, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 62 after a brief illness. His legacy includes transforming the Penguins into a championship team, highlighted by their Stanley Cup victory in 2009, driven by strategic moves such as acquiring star players like Marian Hossa. Shero was remembered fondly by many in the hockey community, including former players and executives who praised his mentorship and infectious personality. Bill Guerin, current GM of the Minnesota Wild and former player for Shero, expressed deep gratitude for the pivotal role Shero played in his life and career. Dan Bylsma, who coached the Penguins to the 2009 championship, referred to Shero as a father figure and acknowledged the profound impact he had on his coaching journey. Shero's influence extended beyond Pittsburgh, as he was also instrumental in building the Nashville Predators during his tenure there as assistant GM.