List of NHL on ESPN personalities
Appearance
Broadcast teams
ESPN did not have fixed broadcast teams during the 1985–86 season. Sam Rosen, Ken Wilson, Jim Hughson, Dan Kelly, Mike Lange, Jiggs McDonald, Jim Kelly, and Mike Patrick handled the play-by-play, and Mickey Redmond, Bill Clement, John Davidson, Phil Esposito, and Brad Park provided color commentary.[1]
The NHL and ESPN announced a new 7-year deal beginning in the 2021–22 season.
Season | Broadcasters |
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1986–87 |
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1987–88 | |
1992–93 |
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1993–94 | |
1994–95 | |
1995–96 | |
1996–97 | |
1997–98 | |
1998–99 | |
1999–2000 | |
2000–01 | |
2001–02 | |
2002–03 | |
2003–04 | |
2021–22 |
Opening Night Rest of Season
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Stanley Cup playoffs
Studio personalities
Hosts
- Steve Levy: Studio host (1993–2004); lead studio host (2021–present)[56][57][58][59]
- John Buccigross: Studio host (1998–2004, 2021–present)[60]
- Linda Cohn: Studio host (2021–present)
- Arda Ocal: Studio host (2021–present)
Analysts
- Barry Melrose: Lead studio analyst (1996–2004, 2021–present)
- Mark Messier: Lead studio analyst/color commentator (2021–present)[61][62][63][60]
- Chris Chelios: Lead studio analyst/color commentator (2021–present)[64][65][66]
- Ryan Callahan: Color commentator/studio analyst (2021–present)
- Rick DiPietro: Studio analyst (2021–present)
- John Tortorella: Studio analyst (2021–present)[67][68]
- Kevin Weekes: Color commentator/studio analyst (2021–present)
- Dominic Moore: Color commentator/studio analyst (2021–present)
- Hilary Knight: Studio analyst/color commentator (2022–present)
Former personalities
- Chris Berman: Stanley Cup Finals host (2003–2004)
- Scotty Bowman: Studio analyst if Detroit Red Wings missed or eliminated from Stanley Cup playoffs
- Bill Clement: Studio analyst (1992–93 regular season)
- Brian Engblom: Studio analyst (1992–2004)
- Ray Ferraro: Lead studio analyst (2002–2004)
- E.J. Hradek: Insider (1992–2004)
- Jim Kelly: Studio host (1985–86)
- Tom Mees: lead studio host (1985–88, 1992–93)
- Mike Milbury: Lead studio analyst (1995)[69][70]
- Al Morganti: Studio analyst (1992–2004)
- Eddie Olczyk: Studio analyst (2002–2004)
- Darren Pang: Studio analyst (1992–2004)
- Bill Patrick: Studio host
- Bill Pidto: Studio host (1995–1998)
- John Saunders: Alternate studio host (1987–88), Lead studio host (1992–2004)
- Jim Schoenfeld: Studio analyst (1993 Stanley Cup playoffs)[71][72][73]
Reporters
- Erin Andrews (2004)
- Blake Bolden (2022–present)[60]
- Brenda Brenon (1994)[74]
- Linda Cohn (2021–present)
- Brian Engblom (1992–2003)
- Leah Hextall (2021–present)
- Emily Kaplan (2021–present)[60]
- Jim Kelly (1985–86)
- Matt Lauer (1988)[75]
- Steve Levy (1992–2004)
- Tom Mees (1986–87, 1992–93)
- Joe Micheletti (1999–2004)
- Al Morganti (1992–2002)
- Darren Pang (1995–2004)
- Sam Ryan (2003–2004)
- Greg Wyshynski (2021–present)[60]
Insiders
- Emily Kaplan: (2017–present)
- Greg Wyshynski: (2017–present)[60]
References
- ^ Sarni, Jim (October 10, 1985). "ESPN BREAKS THE ICE FOR SPORTS FANS WITH CAPS-RANGERS GAME THURSDAY". Sun-Sentinel. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
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- ^ a b Stewart, Larry (April 24, 1987). "Gary Player Gives His Views on Apartheid". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved April 17, 2020.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Shuster, Rachel (April 24, 1987). "CBS ready if NBA games get boring". USA Today.
- ^ Shuster, Rachel (April 22, 1987). "ESPN RATINGS". USA Today.
- ^ Chad, Norman (April 22, 1988). "ESPN, HOME TEAM SPORTS COOL ON ICE". Washington Post. Retrieved April 17, 2020.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ 1986 First Round - New York Islanders vs. Washington, Game 1 on YouTube
- ^ 1986 Adams Division Final Montreal Canadiens vs Hartford Whalers Game 7 on YouTube
- ^ NHL 20.04.1986 G2 Calgary Flames - Edmonton Oilers on YouTube
- ^ 1986 NHL SCP DF G 4 Edmonton @ Calgary 4 24 1986 on YouTube
- ^ Jake Baskin (November 18, 2019). "Hockey Night in Canada's Jim Hughson will be given coveted Foster Hewitt Award today by Hall of Fame". Sports Business Journal. Retrieved April 24, 2021.
- ^ Jim Sarni (May 10, 1986). "ESPN THE PERFECT MEDICINE FOR FANS WHO CRAVE THEIR HOCKEY". Sun-Sentinel. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ Canadiens V Rangers 1986 playoffs game 3 overtime on YouTube
- ^ 1986 Third Round - St. Louis vs. Calgary, Game 6, PART 1 on YouTube
- ^ 1986 Third Round - St. Louis vs. Calgary, Game 6, PART 2 on YouTube
- ^ 1986 Third Round - St. Louis vs. Calgary, Game 6, PART 3 on YouTube
- ^ 1986 Third Round - St. Louis vs. Calgary, Game 6, PART 4 on YouTube
- ^ Smapdi's Hockey Videos NHL.Classic.11.28.2006.Blues.v.Flames.SemiFinals.G7.1986.EN on YouTube
- ^ *Bruins - Canadiens brawl 4/8/87 playoffs on YouTube
- ^ Mats Naslund overtime goal vs. Boston, Game 2 of the 1987 Adams Division Semi-Final on YouTube
- ^ 1987 Easter Epic Islanders at Capitals NHL on ESPN feed highlights on YouTube
- ^ Game 2 1987 Patrick Division Final Islanders at Flyers Makela Wins It NHL on ESPN feed on YouTube
- ^ NHL on ESPN Game 5 1987 Patrick Division Final Islanders at Flyers on YouTube
- ^ Game 6 1987 Patrick Division Final Flyers at Islanders NHL on ESPN feed highlights on YouTube
- ^ 1987 Winnipeg Jets vs Edmonton Oilers Game#2 Second Round on YouTube
- ^ 1987 Winnipeg Jets vs Edmonton Oilers Game#3 Second Round on YouTube
- ^ NHL Clarence Campbell Conference Finals 1987 - Game 1 - Detroit Red Wings @ Edmonton Oilers on YouTube
- ^ NHL on ESPN Game 1 1988 Patrick Division Semifinal Devils at Islanders (ESPN Classic) on YouTube
- ^ NHL on ESPN Game 4 1988 Patrick Division Semifinal Islanders at Devils on YouTube
- ^ Game 4 1988 Patrick Division Semifinal Islanders at Devils ORIGINAL NHL ON ESPN BROADCAST on YouTube
- ^ 1988 NHL Playoffs Flyers at Capitals Game 7 (Full Game) on YouTube
- ^ NHL 24.04.1988 G4 Montreal Canadiens - Boston Bruins on YouTube
- ^ NHL 26.04.1988 G5 Boston Bruins - Montreal Canadiens on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Second Round - Detroit vs. St. Louis & Edmonton vs. Calgary, Game 2, PART 1 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Second Round - Detroit vs. St. Louis & Edmonton vs. Calgary, Game 2, PART 2 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Second Round - Detroit vs. St. Louis & Edmonton vs. Calgary, Game 2, PART 3 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Second Round - Detroit vs. St. Louis & Edmonton vs. Calgary, Game 2, PART 4 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Second Round - Detroit vs. St. Louis & Edmonton vs. Calgary, Game 2, PART 5 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Second Round - Edmonton vs. Calgary, Game 4, PART 1 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Second Round - Edmonton vs. Calgary, Game 4, PART 2 on YouTube
- ^ Devils vs. Bruins 1988 Wales Conference Final Game 2 (1st Period) on YouTube
- ^ Devils vs. Bruins 1988 Wales Conference Final Game 2 (2nd Period) on YouTube
- ^ Devils vs. Bruins 1988 Wales Conference Final Game 2 (3rd Period) on YouTube
- ^ Devils vs. Bruins 1988 Wales Conference Final Game 2 (OT) on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Third Round - New Jersey vs. Boston, Game 4, PART 1 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Third Round - New Jersey vs. Boston, Game 4, PART 2 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Third Round - New Jersey vs. Boston, Game 4, PART 3 on YouTube
- ^ 1988 Third Round - New Jersey vs. Boston, Game 4, PART 4 on YouTube
- ^ Red Wings vs. Oilers 1988 Campbell Conference Final Game 1 (1st Period) on YouTube
- ^ Red Wings vs. Oilers 1988 Campbell Conference Final Game 1 (2nd Period) on YouTube
- ^ Red Wings vs. Oilers 1988 Campbell Conference Final Game 1 (3rd Period) on YouTube
- ^ Oilers vs, Red Wings 1988 Campbell Conference Final Game 3 (1st Period) on YouTube
- ^ Oilers vs, Red Wings 1988 Campbell Conference Final Game 3 (2nd Period) on YouTube
- ^ Oilers vs, Red Wings 1988 Campbell Conference Final Game 3 (3rd Period) on YouTube
- ^ NHL Clarence Campbell Conference Finals 1988 - Game 4 - Edmonton Oilers @ Detroit Red Wings on YouTube
- ^ "McDonough gets lead NHL gig on ESPN". Sports Media Watch. June 29, 2021. Retrieved August 11, 2021.
- ^ Greenspan, Jared (June 29, 2021). "ESPN tabs Sean McDonough as lead NHL play-by-play voice". New York Post. Retrieved August 11, 2021.
- ^ "McDonough, Levy to lead ESPN's team for NHL coverage". USA TODAY. Retrieved August 11, 2021.
- ^ "Dynamic, Diverse and Accomplished Team to Present ESPN's NHL Coverage to Fans". ESPN Press Room U.S. June 29, 2021. Retrieved June 29, 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f "Dynamic, Diverse and Accomplished Team to Present ESPN's NHL Coverage to Fans". ESPN Press Room U.S. 2021-06-29. Retrieved 2021-06-29.
- ^ Gardner, Steve. "ESPN adds Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier as NHL analyst". USA TODAY. Retrieved 2021-06-24.
- ^ "NHL great Messier joins ESPN as studio analyst". ESPN.com. 2021-06-24. Retrieved 2021-06-24.
- ^ Ciccotelli, Jenna. "Mark Messier Joining ESPN as NHL Studio Analyst Starting with 2021-22 Season". Bleacher Report. Retrieved 2021-06-24.
- ^ Marchand, Andrew (June 28, 2021). "ESPN hiring Chris Chelios to join Mark Messier in NHL studio". New York Post. Retrieved June 28, 2021.
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: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "Chelios, Knight among those added to ESPN as NHL analysts". NHL.com. Retrieved 2021-09-18.
- ^ Brandon Champion | bchampio@mlive. com (2021-06-29). "Former Red Wings defenseman Chris Chelios joins ESPN as NHL analyst". mlive. Retrieved 2021-11-07.
- ^ "https://twitter.com/espnpr/status/1422941138248425480". Twitter. Retrieved 2021-08-11.
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- ^ "Tortorella joins ESPN as NHL studio analyst". NHL.com. Retrieved 2021-08-11.
- ^ Sandomir, Richard (1995-01-20). "TV SPORTS; The Time Has Come To Earn Their Pay". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2021-04-23.
- ^ Milton Kent (June 16, 1995). "TV to offer a feel for Stanley Cup". Baltimore Sun. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
- ^ "REECE SAYS TAYLOR'S STRATEGY IS TO PLAY TO HIS STRENGTH". Hartford Courant. April 16, 1993. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
- ^ Alan Pergament (April 20, 1993). "PRESIDENT DAZZLES KB'S BOYD; ESPN SWITCHES JIM SCHOENFELD". Buffalo News. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
- ^ "CLEMENT'S ACT FITS THE ROLE". Hartford Courant. May 31, 1993. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
- ^ Alan Pergament (April 2, 1994). "CH. 7'S BRENON ON THE MARK AS RINK-SIDE REPORTER". Buffalo News. Retrieved February 9, 2016.
- ^ Shuster, Rachel (May 10, 1988). "Esposito on the spot, and ESPN on the ball". USA Today. p. 3C.