Melrose, NHL coach, Emmy-winning broadcaster for ESPN, dies at 70
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Thu, 10 September 2026
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Barry Melrose, renowned hockey broadcaster, has sadly passed away at the age of 70 following a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease in 2023. His remarkable thirty-year journey with ESPN transformed hockey broadcasting and enriched fans' appreciation of the game. A multifaceted figure, he excelled as a player, coach, and analyst. The hockey community and broadcasting industry united in mourning, paying heartfelt tributes in honor of his legacy.
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