Jack Edwards, a veteran sports broadcaster, concluded his 19-year tenure as the voice of the Boston Bruins with his final broadcast during Game 6, which the team lost. Edwards, who has a 45-year career in sports broadcasting, including a significant stint at ESPN from 1991 to 2003, signed off with a heartfelt farewell, expressing that the experience had been a 'joyride' and wishing the Bruins longevity. His colleague, Andy Brickley, acknowledged the deep bond they formed, likening Edwards to a brother. The game marked the end of an era for Edwards, who has been a prominent figure in Boston sports broadcasting. This final game was significant as a potential Game 7 would be broadcast exclusively on ABC.
End of an era. Love Jack Edwards. Best wishes. https://t.co/M8xeSU19nB
End of an era. Love Jack Edwards. EST wishes. https://t.co/M8xeSU19nB
Here's what Bruins announcer Jack Edwards said after his final game | Click on the image to read the full story https://t.co/X9Nf18sVZW
Watch: Jack Edwards signs off for final time as Bruins broadcaster https://t.co/hGIbTB0yCC
Watch Jack Edwards wrap his ‘19-year joyride’ with Game 6 loss, declaring ‘long live the Boston Bruins’ https://t.co/E7ck18ZUW7
Jack Edwards bids farewell after his last Bruins game. "It's been a joyride for 19 years. And this is my goodbye." His partner, Andy Brickley tells him, "I had 4 brothers but now I have 5." Another Boston broadcast legend signs off. https://t.co/Nb2OVCgLJb
"So long, everybody. Long live the Boston Bruins." @RealJackEdwards signs off for the last time. https://t.co/467i58IF8l
Salute to @NESN's @RealJackEdwards before he calls his final #NHLBruins game tonight - since a potential game 7 would be exclusive to ABC. Jack’s 45-year sports broadcasting career included more than a decade (1991–2003) at ESPN. A photo from his early 90s SportsCenter days. https://t.co/4gVSWR7RBw
Short and sweet. @celticsvoice signs off on @NBCSCeltics for the final time. 🔗 https://t.co/tu9U2G54O6 https://t.co/ytI2cbSTbN