Former Boston Bruin and radio host Lyndon "LB" Byers has died, the team confirmed on Saturday. He was 61 years old. Born in Saskatchewan, Byers was drafted by the Bruins in 1982 and played nine seasons with the team from 1983 to 1992. He then played one season with the San Jose Sharks before leaving the NHL in 1993. He finished his hockey career by playing more than two seasons in the now-defunct International Hockey League. During his NHL career, he amassed 24 points and 1,081 penalty minutes.
Main Idea: Lyndon “LB” Byers, a former Boston Bruins enforcer and longtime radio host, has died at age 61.
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Lyndon Byers’ death may sadden Boston Bruins fans and the wider community,. It has little direct effect on most US households.
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The obituary centers on his death and summarizes his hockey and radio career.
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