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I was gutted when we found out Rick Ball was leaving as he's one of the best we've ever had here in Calgary. I was also very worried about who we'd get to replace him, and knew absolutely nothing of Jon Abbott.

After his first season I can say I'm a huge fan of his and really glad he's our new play by play announcer. Wonderful cadence, delivery and flow. Also very knowledgeable and ahead of the play. I honestly don't notice much difference between him and Rick Ball.