John Garrett, All-Star NHL goalie and longtime broadcaster, dead at 74
John Garrett, a former NHL goalie and longtime hockey broadcaster, has died at the age of 74, the Vancouver Canucks and Sportsnet announced. He was best known for his broadcasting work with Sportsnet and 'Hockey Night in Canada' after a playing career that included an NHL All-Star selection in 1983. Garrett most recently covered the NHL playoffs as part of Sportsnet's national broadcast team. He was widely praised for his warmth, humor, and deep connection with fans and colleagues.
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NHL John Garrett, All-Star NHL goalie and longtime broadcaster, dead at 74 By Christian Arnold Published April 28, 2026, 11:30 p.m. ET John Garrett, beloved hockey broadcaster and former NHL goalie, died at the age of 74, the Canucks announced Tuesday. Garrett was part of the Sportsnet broadcast team that was working the first-round playoff series between the Golden Knights and Mammoth. The Canadian sports network syndicated ESPN’s broadcast of Monday night’s game. “It is with profound sadness we share the news of the sudden passing of John Garrett, a beloved colleague, friend, and one of the most familiar voices in Canadian hockey,” Sportsnet said in a statement. “‘Cheech’ was a legend. His warmth, [humor], and genuine love for the game endeared him to fans and colleagues alike.
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