[McG]

I watch a lot of different sports and I’m definitely a fan of the rugby and soccer commentators. I’m even going to throw in knowledgeable UFC and boxing commentators.

Part of the job is to explain why these athletes are the best and the subtle things that are the difference between wins and losses, and to keep fans coming back with a greater understanding of the game and players.

Howie Meeker was exceptional during his intermission segments because they totally explained the next level of the game.

If you listen to the way that English premier league commentators and analysts present, it’s quite different from the nhl. There is no fanboyism. No promoting one team over another. It’s about the sport and the on field product. Why can’t the nhl get this?