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Former Boston Bruins Enforcer, Longtime Radio Host Lyndon Byers Dead at 61

SUFFOLK COUNTY, MASSACHUSETTS, JUL 5 – Byers, known for 959 penalty minutes and 92 career fights, was a key enforcer for the Bruins and later hosted Boston's WAAF radio for 25 years.

  • On July 4, 2025, Lyndon Byers, 61, died, with his wife Annie and the Boston Bruins announcing his passing.
  • During his nine seasons from 1983 to 1992, Byers amassed 959 penalty minutes and 92 fights with the Bruins.
  • Across his NHL career, Lyndon Byers played 279 games, scored 28 goals, and amassed 1,081 penalty minutes, with two Stanley Cup Final appearances in 1988 and 1990.
  • Following the announcement, the Bruins expressed deep sadness, calling him part of their family, while his wife Annie shared grief and plans for a memorial on social media.
  • Lyndon Byers' legacy includes 25 years as a Boston radio host, acting roles, and lasting influence as a fan favorite and Bruins family member.
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Boston 25 News broke the news in Boston, United States on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
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