Bob Cole, the legendary Canadian play-by-play announcer, passed away at the age of 90. Known for his iconic voice and contributions to hockey broadcasting, Cole was revered by fans and colleagues alike. Tributes poured in from various figures in the hockey world, highlighting his impact on the sport and the broadcasting industry. The Islanders also paid tribute to Cole with a six-minute video during Game 3 against Carolina.
The Islanders just played a six-minute tribute video to Bob Cole between periods against Carolina in Game 3.
I just finished a tribute to Bob Cole that airs on CBC today around 5:50pm ET, and will be up online too.
Mendes: Bob Cole was the soundtrack of my youth — as he was for generations of Canadians ⤵️ https://t.co/4byrPsqoME
Cooper could not finish his postgame press conference without sharing a story about Bob Cole, the legendary play by play announcer who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 90. "Before I go, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the passing of Bob Cole. I know it has nothing to do… https://t.co/bnDpa7CxMa
ICYMI Bob Cole. The legend. H/T to Stephen Brunt https://t.co/EixzkEKFPZ
Jon Cooper on Bob Cole. All class. https://t.co/kmTclQzvAn
Jon Cooper on Bob Cole. https://t.co/DXImCMFJY6
Bob Cole & Harry Neale to be P4P the greatest broadcasting team ever. Bob Cole made me fall in love with hockey and broadcasting as he was just made the game come alive and be larger than life. #RIPBobCole #HockeyTwitter https://t.co/akvlSKF8hC
Bob Cole's call was the classical music of the PxP genre. https://t.co/EZRhicd3GB
RIP Bob Cole - Canadian Legend He hung on for Game 3 of #LeafsForever - then said, “Oh boy, i’ve had enough” @FriedgeHNIC https://t.co/8FXaoPIFLH
Gary Bettman…on Bob Cole: https://t.co/heBRTjLmFZ