US EditionFormer Utica Comets coach diagnosed with cancer
Kevin Dineen, beloved former Hartford Whalers captain, reveals pancreatic cancer diagnosis and gratitude for family and community support during Hockey Fights Cancer Month.
- On November 30, 2025, Hartford Whalers great Kevin Dineen announced on X that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, sharing the news with fans and followers.
- A few months ago, Dineen said the pancreatic cancer diagnosis has put life into perspective and thanked supportive family and friends as #HockeyFightsCancer Month ended.
- Beloved in Hartford, Dineen scored 250 goals, earned two All-Star nods, served as Whalers captain, scored the franchise's final goal, and has his number 11 retired at PeoplesBank Arena.
- Community reaction centered on Dineen's appeal, with fans moved by his post urging, 'I want you to know you are not alone' and remembering his impact on Whalers fans at PeoplesBank Arena.
- He served as head coach of the Florida Panthers from 2011-13 and the Chicago Blackhawks from 2014-18, winning the Stanley Cup as an assistant in 2015.
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NHL player-turned-coach Kevin Dineen reveals he has pancreatic cancer
Longtime NHL player-turned-coach Kevin Dineen says he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Dineen posted a message on social media over the weekend revealing the diagnosis.
Hartford Whalers legend, former captain Kevin Dineen reveals cancer diagnosis
Longtime former Hartford Whalers star Kevin Dineen announced Sunday that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. The 62-year-old former Whalers captain made the announcement on social media. “This Thanksgiving feels a bit different. A few months ago, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It has put a lot into perspective, most of all how lucky I am to be surrounded by so many supportive family and friends,” Dineen wrote. “As #HockeyFight…
Former Utica Comets coach diagnosed with cancer
UTICA, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) – Former Utica Comets Head Coach Kevin Dineen announced on social media Sunday that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Dineen issued this statement on Facebook: This Thanksgiving feels a bit different. A few months ago, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It has put a lot into perspective, most of [...]
Hartford Whalers legend Kevin Dineen reveals cancer diagnosis
Hartford Whalers great Kevin Dineen announced Sunday that he has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. “This Thanksgiving feels a bit different. A few months ago, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It has put a lot into perspective, most of all how lucky I am to be surrounded by so many supportive family and friends,” Dineen posted on X. This Thanksgiving feels a bit different. A few months ago, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. It h…
The NHL played a special game last month dedicated to the fight against cancer. Kevin Dineen, a former star of the overseas competition, then announced at the end of November that he was treating himself with the insidious disease. The 62-year-old former forward of the now defunct Hartford is suffering from pancreatic cancer. He also coached the Czech national team Kämpf.
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