Breaking: Former NHLer has lost his battle with cancer.

We have some incredibly sad news to report.

According to an official announcement from the Philadelphia Flyers organization, former defenseman Bob Dailey has passed away after losing his battle with cancer. 

From the Flyers' official announcement:

“Unfortunately, the Philadelphia Flyers lost another great player today with the passing of former defenseman Bob Dailey after a long battle with cancer,” said Flyers President Paul Holmgren. “Bob was an integral part of the 1979-80 Flyers team that had a 35-game unbeaten streak and played in the Stanley Cup Final that year. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.”

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Daily was drafted in the first round of the 1973 NHL draft by the Vancouver Canucks, and his career would last 9 years, which included 561 games, 94 goals, and 231 assists. He was twice named the Flyers' best defenseman and was also a two-time All-Star in the NHL.

Our condolences go out to the Dailey family and their loved ones.

We're sorry to bring you more sad news we know this was already a heavy day for many fans who were reflecting on the tragedy that claimed the lives of several players five years ago today.