Voices of the NHL

For generations, hockey fans across the NHL have tuned into radio and television broadcasts to follow their favorite teams. And along the way, the fan bases have developed an affinity for the broadcasters responsible for providing the Play-by-Play and Color Commentary for their team's games.Some broadcasters have been in their roles so long they've become synonymous with their team. They become the soundtrack for fans new and old.For the first time ever, current broadcasters from all...
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For generations, hockey fans across the NHL have tuned into radio and television broadcasts to follow their favorite teams. And along the way, the fan bases have developed an affinity for the broadcasters responsible for providing the Play-by-Play and Color Commentary for their team's games.Some broadcasters have been in their roles so long they've become synonymous with their team. They become the soundtrack for fans new and old.For the first time ever, current broadcasters from all 31 active National Hockey League teams, plus several of the major networks, have had their biographies and stories gathered together into one book to give fans insight into their upbringing; their paths towards becoming broadcasters; their own favorite players growing up; the favorite games of their careers; some untold stories from what happens away from the rink; how some of their signature calls have been developed and more.Author Matthew Blittner made sure no stone was left unturned as he interviewed at least one current (as of the 2020-21 NHL season) broadcaster from each of the active 31 franchises as well as from three of the major networks that cover the National Hockey League. The focus is on the broadcasters' lives and stories. From Rick Ball in Calgary to Don La Greca in New York to Paul Woods in Detroit and everywhere in between, there are a total of 52 different broadcasters you will hear from in Voices of The NHL.