Ducks General Manager Bob Murray Resigns, Will Enter Alcohol Abuse Program

The Anaheim Ducks have announced that Executive Vice President and General Manager Bob Murray has resigned his position with the organization, effective immediately. It was also announced that he will enter an alcohol abuse program.

"First and foremost, we apologize on behalf of the organization to anyone affected by misconduct from Bob. We expect every member of our organization to be treated with respect and will not stand for abuse of any kind,” Ducks owners Henry and Susan Samueli said in a statement. “Bob tendered his resignation this morning, while also informing us of his decision to enter an alcohol abuse program. While we do not condone his conduct, we fully support his efforts to improve his physical and mental health by asking for help. We will now begin a methodical, extensive search for a permanent General Manager to lead us forward. We expect to complete this process no later than next summer."

The Ducks also released a statement from Murray.

"I want to apologize to anyone adversely affected by my behavior. I vow to make changes to my life, starting with enrolling in a treatment program. I want to thank Henry and Susan Samueli, and Michael Schulman, as working for them has been one of the highlights of my career. As I step away from the Ducks, I will focus my attention on where it should be: improving my life for the betterment of my family and friends."

As mentioned in yesterday’s initial announcement of Murray being put on administrative leave, Vice President of Hockey Operations and Assistant General Manager Jeff Solomon has been elevated to the position of interim General Manager and will guide the direction of the club for the rest of the season.

Murray’s resignation ends his 16 year involvement with the Anaheim Ducks that began as an Assistant General Manager under Brian Burke in 2005, before succeeding him as General Manager in 2009. He was the third longest tenured General Manager in the NHL behind David Poile and Doug Wilson.