The Dallas Stars released some very difficult news today as they announced play-by-play announcer Dave Strader has been diagnosed with cancer.
Specifics of the illness were not released. Cancer spans a wide spectrum of diseases, all of them potentially serious.
Strader joined the organization last season to replace long-time play-by-play man Ralph Strangis, who left the business. He formerly worked for ESPN and NBCSN as well as the Detroit Red Wings and then-Phoenix Coyotes organizations.
Fans wishing to pass on any encouragement or messages can reach Strader through the e-mail WellWishesForStrader@dallasstars.