# Barry Melrose: Hockey Legend Remembered | Birmingham News

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Podcast: [Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/birmingham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7604728)
Published: 2026-09-10T12:18:57+00:00
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Barry Melrose, hockey’s beloved voice and legend, has passed away at 70, leaving behind a legacy that shaped the sport’s broadcast history. A coach who led the Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final with Gretzky, he brought fiery passion and deep insight to ESPN for nearly three decades—until his Parkinson’s diagnosis forced him to step back. Colleagues remember him as candid, charismatic, and a true mentor who made hockey thrilling for fans everywhere. His impact? Unforgettable. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/261392ddf0ce2ae9

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