Barry Melrose, prominent NHL player, coach and broadcaster, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died. He was 70.
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- Barry Melrose, a former NHL player, coach, and broadcaster, died at 70.
- He coached the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final.
- Melrose had a long career in broadcasting, known for his relatable style and humor.
- He played in the WHA and NHL before transitioning to coaching and broadcasting.
- He stepped away from broadcasting in 2023 after a Parkinson's disease diagnosis.
- Melrose was also known for his skills in fast-pitch softball.