Wolves Mourn Breslin
February 10, 2005 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Chicago Wolves News Release
Former Chicago Wolves left wing Tim Breslin passed away Wednesday night due to complications from appendiceal cancer, which is a malignancy of the appendix. Breslin was diagnosed in late November of 2004.
The Addison native and Driscoll Catholic High School graduate was one of the first three players signed by the Wolves. He played five seasons with the team, registering 37 goals; 82 assists; 119 points and 298 penalty minutes in 330 games from 1994 to 1999 and won the 1998 Turner Cup Championship with the Wolves.
Breslin also received the I. John Snider Trophy as the International Hockey League's Man of the Year following the 1996-97 season for his outstanding community service.
"You could always count on Tim to come and compete every night and do what was needed for the team to win," said General Manager Kevin Cheveldayoff. "He wasn't into personal glory, he was always a team player. The entire organization grieves his passing and extends our sincerest condolences to his family."
A wake for Breslin will be held on Sun., Feb. 13, followed by a funeral on Mon., Feb. 14. Both will take place at Malone's Funeral Home in Geneva, Ill. Times have not yet been announced.
The Wolves will recognize Breslin by wearing shamrock-shaped helmet stickers bearing his initials. The team will also honor him before the game at the Allstate Arena on Fri., Feb. 11, at 7:30 p.m., with a tribute and a moment of silence.
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