Legendary hockey announcer signs off for what may be the last time
The Toronto Maple Leafs lost to the Florida Panthers last night in game 5 of the conference final, bringing their season to an abrupt end. With lots of changes around the corner now that the season is over, it also could mark the end of a legendary broadcasting career.
As the Leafs were going through the handshake line last night, legendary Leafs announcer Joe Bowen shares heartfelt message as his future as a broadcaster is unknown:
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"If this is the end of the line, been a helluva run for us."
Joe Bowen and Jim Ralph bid farewell for perhaps the last time ever.
Bowen has been the voice of the Leafs since 1982 and without a contract for next year, he may not be back next season. If this is the end, Leaf fans have more to be sad about after the loss in game 5 last night.
Although it is clear the 72 year old wants to continue to work, at this point in his career, Rogers media might choose to go in a different direction for various reasons.
If this is the end for Bowen, he'll leave the broadcast booth as one of the most recognizable play-by-play voices in hockey, with his signature catchphrase, Holy Mackinaw endearing him him to most around the hockey world
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MAI 13 | 232 ANSWERS Legendary hockey announcer signs off for what may be the last time Should Bowen continue to do Leaf games next season? | ||
| Yes | 148 | 63.8 % |
| No | 50 | 21.6 % |
| It shouldn't even be a question | 34 | 14.7 % |
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