06-11-2018, 08:35 AM
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Some kinda newsbreaker!
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Learning Phaneufs skating style
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Roger Millions retires from broadcasting
Say what you want about Roger, but he was a big part of Flames broadcasts for a long time and did put effort into covering the Flames.
https://twitter.com/user/status/1006181774668394501
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06-11-2018, 08:37 AM
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#2
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Franchise Player
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I wouldn't have called myself a big fan of Roger, but I appreciate his effort to interact with fans on here and on social media, even if we often didn't see eye to eye. I also remember he gathered many of us at Shanks a few years back to create a fans' opinion segment for Sportsnet.
Good luck, Roger.
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06-11-2018, 08:42 AM
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#3
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Ottawa
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so is he running for office?
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06-11-2018, 08:43 AM
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#4
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Taking a while to get to 5000
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Not a surprise he's moving into politics, his Twitter seemed equal parts politics as it was sports these past few years.
On a personal note I recall Roger getting his start here in Saskatoon on CFQC TV. I don't see eye to eye with him on most things, but as sports reporter and TV personality he was relatable, reliable and enjoyable to listen to. All the best.
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06-11-2018, 08:44 AM
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#5
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Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Saddledome, Calgary
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Loved all of my interactions with Roger, both online and in person.
A super memorable moment for my wife and I was last year when we were in D.C. for a Flames game and my wife wanted to get a quick touch up at a hair salon. So there I am sitting in the "husband" chairs in the waiting area, and she's pops out to see me after she's done, and points at the street outside the main window and yells "Roger!". He must have heard it and looks over inside and my wife runs over and grabs my Flames hoodie and points at the logo like a crazy person.
So he motions over to come out, my wife pays and we head outside to chat with him. He saw that we were Flames fans and recognized him, so he wanted to take a moment to chat. We told him we were from Calgary and visiting D.C. for the Flames game, and that we'd be going to other cities on the road trip too. He was super nice and very appreciative of us recognizing him and wanting to say hi.
All the best Roger in your next career! If I have an opportunity to support you in the future I definitely will!
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06-11-2018, 08:55 AM
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#6
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Calgary
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All the best to Roger, good luck to you in the political life
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06-11-2018, 08:59 AM
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#7
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First Line Centre
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You could tell over the last few years on his twitter that he was really getting into politics. Best of luck
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06-11-2018, 09:04 AM
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#8
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First Line Centre
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LOL - I'm blocked on Twitter by him for reasons totally unknown to me (I've never said anything bad to him or about him?) so...whatever.
OTOH, I can understand the desire to cut the travel and be at home more.
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06-11-2018, 09:04 AM
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#9
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Calgary, AB
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Quote:
Originally Posted by liamenator
so is he running for office?
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Running for the UPC's in Airdrie.
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06-11-2018, 09:05 AM
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#10
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Calgary
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Good luck on your future endeavors Roger.
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06-11-2018, 09:21 AM
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: ...the bench
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Oh good, maybe we'll get more Francis now.
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06-11-2018, 09:36 AM
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#12
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Powerplay Quarterback
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Roger will always hold a special place in my heart for greatest blooper in history
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06-11-2018, 09:42 AM
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#13
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Powerplay Quarterback
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nm
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06-11-2018, 09:44 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Hyperbole Chamber
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His replacement better be Ryan Leslie.
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06-11-2018, 09:45 AM
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#15
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Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: San Fernando Valley
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I try not to be overly critical of the people involved in local broadcasting (unless they purposely turn the position into a clown act like the guy in Edmonton) because it's a lot of work for not the greatest pay for a lot of them but for the record I though he was better than Loubardias or Kerr at PBP. Good luck to Roger in his new endeavor.
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06-11-2018, 09:45 AM
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Lifetime Suspension
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I'll never forget talking to him before a game in San Jose,c and when I told him I read CP he immediately became concerned I was there to harass him. Some people need to remember these are still people, and this is still a game.
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06-11-2018, 10:11 AM
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#17
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Franchise Player
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I always liked Roger.
Met him once in Montreal and he took the time to talk a little hockey with me, he even mentioned CP.
I wish him well in his future, no matter what he chooses to do. All the best!
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06-11-2018, 10:13 AM
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#18
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Calgary
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In the handful of times I've spoken with Roger, he was nothing but a good man doing his job.
I wish him luck in his new endeavour.
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06-11-2018, 10:21 AM
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#19
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Franchise Player
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I've always like Roger and the work he did with SN. I thought he did a great job as the PBP guy years back. I found it sad that CP kind of forced him out the door here. I never understood the backlash he got by simply being a member here and having some inside info he shared. I always appreciated that.
Best of luck in the future Roger! I always found you to be a bright spot among the SN team.
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06-11-2018, 10:29 AM
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#20
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Good luck Roger.
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