The Edmonton sports community is mourning the loss of two influential figures, John Short and Robin Brownlee. John Short, an Edmonton sports legend, and Robin Brownlee, a respected mentor and media icon, have both passed away. Many individuals, including sports journalists and broadcasters, have expressed their condolences and shared memories of the impact these individuals had on their careers and the community. The news has left the city devastated, with heartfelt messages and expressions of support for the families and friends of John and Robin.
Shocked. Stunned. Gutted. Worked with Robin at Kamloops Daily News, often called “Little Montreal”, for aggressive manner in which we covered WHL club. Robin could be rough, gruff, but also had a huge heart. He was planning a west-coast trip for long-overdue visit. #RIP https://t.co/Bb8OPEX6xx
Very sad news. RIP, Robin. Peace to his family and friends. https://t.co/MPpgqXrnCl
Just a gut wrenching day for the Edmonton sports community. Rest In Peace, Robin Brownlee & John Short. The city's lost two hugely important voices and people. 🕊️
Awful news. I shared many laughs with Robin over the years. Good man. Deepest sympathies to his family. Rest in peace old friend. https://t.co/IGUnh2hrZM
😥 A person I had a lot of time for and always enjoyed our time together. Condolences & Sympathies to Robin’s family and many friends. RIP. 🙏 https://t.co/N7JuQp2n4B
What a sad day. Robin was such a kind man. Always enjoyed time spent with him talking hockey, from our times in the dressing room as a player, to in the press box as a broadcaster. RIP Robin. Condolences to his entire family. https://t.co/FxY0qWuJEX
Awful news. RIP Robin. https://t.co/QUrpTr4app
A devastating day for Edmonton Media. Robin Brownlee was a friend and an amazing mentor for myself as I worked my way through school and in the early portions of my career. This one hurts. Sending condolences, my love and support to Robin’s family & friends. 💔
Heartbreaking news, Edmonton has lost a sports media icon. John was so influential in my early journalism career, so kind and so helpful. I grew up listening to his radio show as a kid and thought the world of him. You will be missed. RIP my friend. #YEG https://t.co/naaMXWimAK
Rest in Peace to John Short - an Edmonton Sports Legend. 🇨🇦❤️ https://t.co/PiakRTYYwc