Former NHL forward Kyle Calder passes away at age 47
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 12:21 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Kyle Calder, a former NHL forward known for his time with the Detroit Red Wings, has died at 47. His daughter, Madison Calder, confirmed the news via a heartfelt social media post. Born in 1979 in Mannville, Alberta, Calder began his junior career with the WHL's Regina Pats before being drafted in 1997. He spent several seasons in the NHL with teams including the Chicago Blackhawks and the Philadelphia Flyers, and played his final games in the KHL. Calder appeared in 590 NHL games, recording 114 goals and 180 assists, along with an impactful playoff performance with the Red Wings in 2007.
- •Kyle Calder passed away on June 16, 2026.
- •He was confirmed deceased by his daughter on social media.
- •Calder played for the Red Wings and other NHL teams.
- •He had 114 goals and 180 assists in his NHL career.
- •Calder was drafted in 1997 by the Blackhawks.
- 12:21 PMYahoo Sports — Former Red Wings Forward Kyle Calder Passes Away At 47
"Former Detroit Red Wings forward Kyle Calder, who briefly spent part of his NHL career with the organization, has passed away at the age of 47.
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