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Calgary Herald
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Calgary Herald
Former Boston Bruins forward Lyndon Byers dies at 61
Article content Former Regina Pats power forward Lyndon Byers, who played parts of 10 NHL seasons after being a second-round draft choice in 1982, has died at 61. Article content Byers was a 6-foot-1, 200-pound enforcer for the Boston Bruins, where he spent nine seasons before completing his NHL career in 1992-93 with the San Jose Sharks. In 379 regular-season games he had 28 goals, 43 assists and 1,021 penalty minutes. According to he was in 92 NHL fights. Article content Article content The team released a social media statement on Saturday, one day after his death: Article content Article content 'The Boston Bruins are deeply saddened by the passing of Lyndon Byers. Lyndon was a fan favorite (sic) across his nine seasons in the Black & Gold thanks to his rugged, rough-and-tumble style and was a key cog on the B's teams that made trips to the Stanley Cup Final in 1988 and 1990.' Article content Byers' wife, Anne, also posted about his passing on social media and said a memorial service is being planned: 'It is with deep regret that I have to announce that LB passed away yesterday morning. (Son) Will and I are still working to process this news … we recognize how many people loved and cared for him and considered him a friend.' Article content Boston selected Byers 39th overall in the 1982 NHL draft. Byers also played for nine franchises in the International and American leagues. Article content Article content 'He was a bubbly, infectious, larger-than-life guy,' said former Pats broadcaster Kevin Gallant. 'He was driven and we knew he was going to make it to the NHL. So much fun to be around and a great defender of his teammates, which is what makes this loss so hard because he was such a popular guy.' Article content Article content Born in Nipawin, Byers played midget hockey at Athol Murray College of Notre Dame in Wilcox before starting a three-season stint with Regina in 1981-82. In 185 WHL regular-season games he had 82 goals, 120 assists and 476 penalty minutes. The Pats were league finalists in his first and third seasons, losing to the Portland Winter Hawks and Kamloops Oilers respectively. Article content Article content
Vancouver Sun
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Vancouver Sun
Former Regina Pats, Boston Bruins forward Lyndon Byers dies at 61
Former Regina Pats power forward Lyndon Byers, who played parts of 10 NHL seasons after being a second-round draft choice in 1982, has died at 61. Byers was a 6-foot-1, 200-pound enforcer for the Boston Bruins, where he spent nine seasons before completing his NHL career in 1992-93 with the San Jose Sharks. In 379 regular-season games he had 28 goals, 43 assists and 1,021 penalty minutes. According to he was in 92 NHL fights. The team released a social media statement on Saturday, one day after his death: Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'The Boston Bruins are deeply saddened by the passing of Lyndon Byers. Lyndon was a fan favorite (sic) across his nine seasons in the Black & Gold thanks to his rugged, rough-and-tumble style and was a key cog on the B's teams that made trips to the Stanley Cup Final in 1988 and 1990.' A cause of death was not revealed. Byers' wife, Anne, also posted about his passing on social media and said a memorial service is being planned: 'It is with deep regret that I have to announce that LB passed away yesterday morning. (Son) Will and I are still working to process this news … we recognize how many people loved and cared for him and considered him a friend.' Boston selected Byers 39th overall in the 1982 NHL draft. Byers also played for nine franchises in the International and American leagues. 'He was a bubbly, infectious, larger-than-life guy,' said former Pats broadcaster Kevin Gallant. 'He was driven and we knew he was going to make it to the NHL. So much fun to be around and a great defender of his teammates, which is what makes this loss so hard because he was such a popular guy.' Born in Nipawin, Byers played midget hockey at Athol Murray College of Notre Dame in Wilcox before starting a three-season stint with Regina in 1981-82. In 185 WHL regular-season games he had 82 goals, 120 assists and 476 penalty minutes. The Pats were league finalists in his first and third seasons, losing to the Portland Winter Hawks and Kamloops Oilers respectively. A beloved personality in the Boston area, Byers spent 25 years as a radio broadcaster following his retirement. The Regina Leader-Post has created an Afternoon Headlines newsletter that can be delivered daily to your inbox so you are up to date with the most vital news of the day. Click here to subscribe. With some online platforms blocking access to the journalism upon which you depend, our website is your destination for up-to-the-minute news, so make sure to bookmark and sign up for our newsletters so we can keep you informed. Click here to subscribe.
The Irish Sun
25-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘He is being targeted & needs protection' – Stephen Kenny worried about Melia's safety as refs aren't doing enough
STEPHEN Kenny wants to see referees give teen sensation Mason Melia more protection. The 2 The Ireland underage international's transfer fee could rise to as much as €4.2million with add-ons 2 Pats currently sit in sixth while having played two more games than most teams around them Though under the cosh for long spells from a dominant Saints, Derry struck for the But Kenny fumed as hitman Melia came off late on after shipping a heavy challenge. The former Ireland gaffer said: 'Mason has been subjected to systematic fouling by opposition teams. We've seen different players have a go at him. 'You saw players going through him on Monday, so he needs protection and needs help. Read more on League of Ireland 'Their centre-half wasn't booked for any of the first three fouls on Mason. Mason was hobbling after the first one and a free kick wasn't given. 'The next one came right over the top of him to try to soften him up. Mason is a tough young lad and will take it on the chin, get up and go again. 'But I think he is being targeted and definitely needs protection. You can see that teams are taking turns in systematically fouling him.' The defeat marked a second win in Dublin inside four days for Derry following their Most read in Football Conversely, it was a frustrating night for St Pat's who slumped to a third defeat on the bounce for the first time in boss Kenny's 13-month tenure. They have now just two wins from their last ten games and no win at home in four. On Monday's defeat, Kenny said: 'I can't explain it as I thought my players really played to a high level. Saipan film trailer splits opinion as Irish football fans voice concern about Roy Keane portrayal 'Our passing, control, movement, imagination were all very good. We are just lacking the finish at the moment as we are missing a lot of chances which is hurting us. 'I think we dominated the match from start to finish. Derry scored with their one attack.' As for Saints' current form, Kenny accepts they have to improve with Europe on the horizon. He said: 'Yes, we do. We were kicking as we did so much right in the match and the players confidence levels were high. It was just the finish that was lacking.'
CBS News
24-06-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Patriots reportedly sign Yasir Durant after offensive lineman wins UFL title
Patriots rookie Will Campbell helps open new water park; pumped to now be a "Boston sports guy" Patriots rookie Will Campbell helps open new water park; pumped to now be a "Boston sports guy" Patriots rookie Will Campbell helps open new water park; pumped to now be a "Boston sports guy" The New England Patriots are bringing back veteran offensive lineman Yasir Durant to give the team a little more depth in the trenches. The Pats are signing Durant to a one-year pact, according to Mark Daniels of Mass Live. Durant is fresh off winning a UFL Championship as the starting left tackle of the DC Defenders, where he earned All-UFL honors for his strong play along the line. Who is Yasir Durant? If Durant's name sounds familiar, it's not because Kevin Durant was just traded in the NBA. Yasir Durant played seven games for New England in 2021 after then-head coach Bill Belichick traded a seventh-round pick to the Kansas City Chiefs to land the versatile lineman. He played 78 snaps at right tackle that season, and also made a brief appearances at right guard and as a tackle-eligible tight end. The Patriots cut Durant in 2022 at the end of training camp, and from there he landed on the New Orleans practice squad. Durant played just one game for the Saints that year, and then had a brief stint with the Denver Broncos in 2023. Durant signed with the Defenders in 2024 and started every game at left tackle last season. Patriots offensive line Durant should give the Patriots a little more offensive line depth after veteran guard Wes Schweitzer decided to retire ahead of minicamp. He'll compete for a backup spot along in training camp with Vederian Lowe, Demontrey Jacobs, Caedan Wallace, Vederian Lowe, and Marcus Bryant. The Pats appear set at the edges with veteran Morgan Moses at right tackle and rookie Will Campbell at left tackle.
Ottawa Citizen
10-06-2025
- Health
- Ottawa Citizen
WHL champion, Regina Pats captain, Navy commander Bill Ansell dies at 63
Former Regina Pats captain Bill Ansell died at age 63 on Monday, one day after moving into palliative care because of pancreatic cancer. Article content Ansell won a Western Hockey League championship with the 1979-80 Pats. He became their captain the following season before playing for Hall of Fame coach Clare Drake with the University of Alberta Golden Bears. Ansell spent 33 years in the Royal Canadian Navy, serving on the HMSC Regina, before recently retiring as a lieutenant-commander in Sidney, B.C. Article content Article content 'Billy was the ultimate team guy,' said former NHLer Mike Blaisdell, a teammate on the 1979-80 Pats. 'Always positive, came to the rink with a smile on his face. He gained the respect of his teammates and coaches by his actions every day. Article content Article content 'He was a helluva hockey player. He won battles in every end of the rink. Smart payer, focused on the team's success. Played bigger than his size and never quit. I'll always remember how important he was to our WHL champion team.' Article content After playing minor hockey in Regina, at 5-foot-10 and 179 pounds Ansell tallied 182 points on 69 goals and 113 assists through 152 games in 2 1/2 WHL seasons with the Pats. He added 15 goals and 17 assists in 28 playoff contests. Ansell played 120 games for the Golden Bears, winning the 1986 national university championship and recording 42 goals and 58 assists during five seasons. Article content Article content Ansell was recently featured in a Leader-Post column, where he spoke about a cancer diagnosis that had originally given him four months to live. He was optimistic about a new treatment that could extend his life for another year while he hoped to hear from friends and former teammates. Article content Article content 'There's been lots of reaction,' Ansell said afterwards. 'I've heard from lots of people.' Article content Ansell was predeceased by his mother Maxine and father Ron, a long-time senior hockey player who coached the Regina Pat Canadians before scouting for the NHL's Los Angeles Kings and retiring to Vancouver Island in 1980. Bill Ansell's wife, Leslie, died from cancer earlier this year. He is survived by her three children, three grandchildren, siblings Max, Pat (a former Pats goalie) and Dawn and their families. Article content
