Blackhawks pay tribute to Dennis Hull after passing

The Chicago Blackhawks are mourning the loss of a team legend, as it was announced on Saturday that Dennis Hull, who was part of the Hull hockey family dynasty, had passed away at the age of 81.

In memorium, the Blackhawks released a statement on social media mourning his passing:

“The Chicago Blackhawks are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dennis Hull earlier this morning,” the club wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Dennis enjoyed a distinguished career built on his scoring ability and consistency, leaving lasting contributions not only to the Blackhawks franchise, but to the game itself.

Known around the league for his immense skill, toughness and intelligence, Dennis was as dominant on the ice as he was beloved off it. He often drew on his sharp wit and sense of humor to keep the locker room loose, while his warmth and humility made everyone he met feel welcome.

On behalf of the Wirtz family and the entire Blackhawks organization, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Dennis’s family, friends and teammates, and the many fans who adored him.”

Meanwhile, Blackhawks Chairman and CEO Danny Wirtz released a statement of his own:

“The Chicago Blackhawks are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dennis Hull earlier this morning,” Wirtz said via The Toronto Sun. “Dennis enjoyed a distinguished career built on his scoring ability and consistency, leaving lasting contributions not only to the Blackhawks franchise, but to the game itself.”

Hull, who was the brother of Bobby Hull and uncle of Brett Hull and Bart Hull, played the majority of his NHL career with the Blackhawks, and ultimately scored 303 goals with 351 assists in 959 career games.

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