Who was Islanders’ Mike Bossy and what was his cause of death?
FOUR-time hockey champion, Mike Bossy, contributed to several successful seasons experienced by the New York Islanders.
Fans of the NHL were shocked when a colleague of Mikey's broke the news of the athlete's death through social media.
Who was Mike Bossy?
Mike Bossy played for the New York Islanders from 1977 till 1987, he played with the team his entire NHL career.
Throughout his tenure with the Islanders, Bossy was awarded by the league a variety of times due to his plays on the rink.
In 1978, he won the league's Rookie of the Year title and took home the Calder Memorial Trophy.
The famed athlete was also awarded the most valuable player accolade during the 1982 Stanley Cup playoffs.
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What was Mike Bossy's cause of death?
Mike Bossy announced in October 2020 he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
He stepped away from his analyst job in TVA Sports following the diagnosis.
In an open letter, the star athlete told fans: "The battle I am about to wage will not be easy."
"Know that I will give 100 percent, nothing less, with the objective of meeting you again soon, after a very eventful hockey game."
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The athlete-turned analyst added: "You will never be very far in my thoughts."
"On the contrary, you will occupy a privileged place and you will be one of my motivations to get better."
On April 15, 2022, The New York Islanders released a statement confirming Bossy's death.
The Islanders stated in a press release: "The New York Islanders are deeply saddened to learn the passing of the greatest pure goal scorer, four-time Stanley Cup Champion, and Hockey of Fame member, Mike Bossy."
"His drive to be the best every time he stepped on the ice was second to none."
"Along with his teammates, he helped win four straight Stanley Cup championships, shaping the history of this franchise forever," Lou Lamoriello, the president and general manager of the Islanders said.
"On behalf of the entire organization, we send our deepest condolences to the entire Bossy family and all those who grieve this tragic loss," he continued.
The father of two and late NHL Hall of Famer is survived by his wife, Lucie, as well as their two daughters, Josiane and Tanya.
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Bossy was also a grandfather to his two grandchildren.
He and Lucie tied the knot on July 23, 1977, and were married up until Bossy's death - which makes 44 years of marriage for the couple.
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