# Barry Melrose: Hockey Legend Remembered | Los Angeles Kings News

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Podcast: [Los Angeles Kings News Today  | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-kings-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7541712)
Published: 2026-09-10T23:55:07+00:00
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Barry Melrose, the iconic ESPN hockey analyst known for his mullet and electrifying commentary, has died at 70, leaving behind a legacy that shaped the sport’s broadcast history and touched fans worldwide. A former NHL player and coach who led the Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final, Melrose brought passion and authenticity to every broadcast — earning praise from NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and even rapper Lil Wayne. After retiring in 2023 due to Parkinson’s, colleagues like John Buccigross and Steve Levy mourn the loss of a mentor and cornerstone of ESPN’s hockey identity. Though he never won a Stanley Cup as a coach, his influence on hockey’s popularity and his deep connection with fans cement his status as a true hockey original. 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/911eb07cd34e06be

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