BLOOMINGTON, Minn.- A beloved member of the Minnesota sports community has died.
Brad Maxwell, who spent nine years with the Minnesota North Stars, died on Sunday.
“We want to express our sincere gratitude for the love and support shown to us during this difficult time. It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the death of Brad “Maxy” Maxwell on September 3, 2023. Those who knew him were truly fortunate, and he will be greatly missed. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.” said his family on his GoFundMe page.
Maxwell, who is 66, has been battling lung cancer that has spread to other parts of his body.
His family has set up a fundraiser to help cover the costs of the new treatment Maxwell is undergoing.
Maxwell, drafted 7th overall in 1977 by the Stars, skated 10 seasons in the NHL, nine of which he spent time with the Stars.
He was an integral member of the club that skated its way to the 1981 Stanley Cup Finals, where the North Stars lost to the New York Islanders. In total, he scored 369 points (98 goals and 270 assists) playing for the Stars, Quebec, Toronto, Vancouver and New York Rangers.
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