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Ray Shero, Veteran NHL Executive and 2009 Stanley Cup-Winning GM, Dies at 62

Shero, known for his transformative leadership in hockey and his personal warmth, passed away with further details yet to be disclosed.

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Pittsburgh Penguins' General Manager Ray Shero (L) looks towards Penguins star Sidney Crosby as he addresses the media on Crosby's injuries during a news conference prior to the Penguins' NHL hockey game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania January 31, 2012. REUTERS/Jason Cohn/File Photo
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Overview

  • Ray Shero's death at the age of 62 was confirmed by the Minnesota Wild and the New Jersey Devils on April 9, 2025.
  • Shero was celebrated for guiding the Pittsburgh Penguins to a Stanley Cup victory in 2009 and his influential roles with multiple NHL teams.
  • The son of Hall of Fame coach Fred Shero, he carried on a storied hockey legacy while earning respect for his talent and mentorship.
  • NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and other hockey figures paid tribute to Shero's professional acumen and his positive impact on the community.
  • No details regarding the cause or circumstances of Shero's death have been released, with his family requesting privacy during this time.