Remembering Lyndon Byers: Bruins Legend and Boston Icon Dies at 61
Today, we remember a man who was more than just a hockey player — Lyndon "LB" Byers, the former Boston Bruins enforcer, passed away at the age of 61. For anyone who grew up watching the Bruins during the '80s and early '90s, Byers was unforgettable — a fierce competitor on the ice and a larger-than-life personality off it.
Byers was drafted by the Bruins in the second round of the 1982 NHL Draft, and from 1983 to 1992, he brought his trademark grit and energy to the team. He wasn’t just a role player — he defined the role of enforcer. In 279 NHL games, he tallied 1,081 penalty minutes, 959 of those with Boston, which still ranks him 11th on the team’s all-time list. But he wasn’t just about fists — he also contributed 71 points, including 28 goals and 43 assists, and played in 37 Stanley Cup Playoff games. Most memorably, he was a part of the Bruins squads that reached the Stanley Cup Final in 1988 and 1990.
Off the ice, Byers became a staple of Boston’s media scene. After retiring from the NHL following a brief stint with the San Jose Sharks and some time in the International Hockey League, he took his charisma to the airwaves. For more than two decades, he was a beloved radio personality on WAAF, waking up New Englanders with his wit, humor, and unmistakable voice.
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He didn’t stop there. You may have seen him pop up in movies like Shallow Hal or Stuck On You , or catch a cameo on Rescue Me , sharing the screen with fellow Bruins fan Denis Leary. He lived big, laughed loud, and left a lasting mark on both sports and entertainment in Boston.
The Bruins issued a heartfelt statement, calling him a "true Bostonian" and “a key cog” in their late-'80s success. And truly, LB was just that. He may have been born in Saskatchewan, but Boston claimed him as one of its own — and he wore that badge with pride.
He is survived by his wife, Annie, and son, Will. No cause of death has been made public, but what’s certain is the outpouring of love and grief from fans who adored him for decades.
Lyndon Byers was one of those rare personalities who could win your heart with a punch or a punchline. Whether you remember him laying down hits at the Garden or cracking jokes on the radio, one thing’s for sure — Boston lost a legend. Rest in peace, LB. You’ll always be a part of the Black and Gold family.
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