Wharram played parts of 14 NHL seasons, all with the Hawks, and scored at least 20 goals in seven consecutive seasons from 1962-69. He was a member of two All-Star teams and was known for his speed as a skater. He formed part of the Hawks' famous "Scooter Line" with Stan Mikita, a line that also included Ted Lindsay, Ab McDonald and Doug Mohns.



"Kenny Wharram will always be remembered as an important member of this decorated franchise and we are grateful to have him in the Blackhawks family," the team said in a statement. "A member of the 1961 Stanley Cup Championship team, Ken was one of the most consistent scorers throughout his Blackhawks career. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Wharram family as we mourn his loss."



Wharram is 11th in Hawks history with 252 career goals and won the Lady Byng for "sportsmanship and gentlemanly conduct" during the 1963-64 season when he scored 39 goals and had 32 assists.