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Hockey Legend Barry Melrose Dies at 70
10 Sep
Summary
- Barry Melrose, former NHL coach and ESPN analyst, has died at age 70.
- He retired in 2023 after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
- Melrose coached the Los Angeles Kings to the Stanley Cup Final.
Barry Melrose, a prominent figure in the hockey world as both a coach and a beloved ESPN analyst, has died at the age of 70.
Melrose, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, retired from his broadcasting duties in 2023. He expressed gratitude for his extensive career, spanning over five decades in hockey, and looked forward to focusing on his health and family.
His coaching career included a significant stint with the Los Angeles Kings, whom he guided to the Stanley Cup Final in 1992. Melrose also briefly coached the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Beyond the bench, Melrose became a popular ESPN studio analyst, recognized for his keen observations and distinctive mullet. Colleagues remember him as a trusted friend and a deeply respected figure in the sport.
