DENVER (KDVR) — Longtime Altitude Sports activities Colorado Avalanche Tv coloration analyst Peter McNab has died on the age of 70, the network reported.
McNab had been battling cancer over the last yr and was in remission as of February this year. Altitude Sports did not provide any details of his passing but did say this in a tweet:
The Altitude and KSE household are saddened to announce the passing of our buddy, Peter McNab. Our hearts go out to his household and mates, and the McNab household asks for privacy throughout this unimaginably difficult time.
McNab was a local of Vancouver, British Columbia and played college hockey on the College of Denver. His skilled profession included time with the Buffalo Sabres, Boston Bruins, Vancouver Canucks and ended with the new Jersey Devils.
McNab was inducted into the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame in 2021.
Reactions to McNab’s passing
McNab’s colleagues, friends and Avs Faithful have posted sentiments by way of social media remembering what a beautiful man he was:
Marc Moser, play-by-play announcer and McNab’s companion on Altitude Sports: «As phrase emerges of the loss of my partner, our buddy and an unbelievable man and father, please keep Peter’s fantastic family in your ideas and prayers and remember him for outstanding household man, hockey player & broadcaster he was. I will be not be responding as we all mourn.»
«There is a rare human that comes around very infrequently. I’m sad for us who were his friends & liked him. I’m extra unhappy for his household that loved him desperately. I’m unhappy for all people/hockey fans who never knew his sensible life vitality & hockey thoughts. My great buddy.»
Kyle Keefe, Avalanche in-studio host on Altitude Sports activities: «My heart is broken. Love you Maxy.»
Peter Baugh, The Athletic: «This is devastating Online News Action. I’m eternally thankful for all of the chats I had with Peter on the rink. What a sort, form man. My coronary heart is with his family. May his memory be a blessing.»
Drew Goodman, Colorado Rockies play-by-play analyst on At&T Sports Internet: «Peter McNab was far more then an insightful and entertaining hockey analyst. He was a beautiful and caring friend, and terrific household man. For me, he’s each bit as essential as anyone if you recount the historical past of the @Avalanche since they arrived from Quebec. Relaxation simple Maxy»
Jesse Trujillo, radio broadcast engineer for Altitude Sports activities Radio: «One of the final times I received to work with Peter was winning the Stanley Cup and I’m ceaselessly completely satisfied to have this video to recollect him by. Also sharing an enormous hug after the sport! Maxy was the very best!!»
Katie Gaus, Avalanche Altitude Tv host/reporter: «I solely had the pleasure of figuring out Pete for a couple of months — however his affect was on the spot. I may see from day one what an amazing, form, and genuine particular person he was. The best way he treated individuals is a legacy we should always all strive for. So fortunate to know him. He will never be forgotten»
John Kelly, former Avs play-by-play announcer with McNab: «This is so heartbreaking to listen to.I’ll always remember my 9 years in Denver as his broadcast accomplice. He was so good to me and our household. Condolences to Diana and their beautiful women. #RestInPeace Maxy»
John Michael Liles, former Avs player and Altitude host: «Not a kinder particular person. He was an important man, who all the time regarded out for me. He cherished hockey as much as anybody I’ve ever met. RIP Maxy. You may be missed by all that had the pleasure of spending time with you my good friend.»
Vic Lombardi, Altitude Tv and radio: «This man taught the game of hockey to most of us in the Denver area. He did it for 3 decades. He beloved the game more than anybody I know. Love ya, Maxy.»
«I will at all times remember Peter for his hockey notebook. He toted it everywhere he went. Stocked with random stats and data.»
Denver Hockey Twitter: «We’re heartbroken to be taught of Peter’s passing, and the prayers of all Pioneer hockey are with his household, associates and colleagues in Colorado and across North America. We’re so proud to have Peter a part of our Denver Hockey Family.»
Conor McGahey, Avs Altitude radio play-by-play announcer: «Thank you, Maxy. For every thing. There might never be a greater colleague, and more importantly, friend. I’ll miss you terribly.»
Lauren Gardner, a former Avalanche colleague at Altitude Sports activities: «Heartbroken by the information of the passing of one of many brightest, kindest and giving souls I’ve ever encountered. Words can’t express what Pete meant to our Avalanche household and the impression he made on me personally. Sending a lot love to his household. May he RIP»
Stan and Josh Kroenke, Colorado Avalanche owners: «Peter’s passion for hockey was singular — as was his present for celebrating what makes the sports activities so special.
We were blessed that, for 27 years, he was an integral and indispensable part of our group.
His presence, perception and commitment to rising the sport made us all want to be higher stewards of hockey.
On behalf of the Colorado Avalanche, KSE, Altitude Sports and hockey followers internationally, we send our deepest condolences to the McNab household and all of Peter’s huge military of cherished ones and associates.»
Joe Sakic, Avs president and former participant: «The Avalanche group is beyond unhappy to hear the information of Peter’s passing. Peter has been there for every season of the Avalanche’s existence and was the voice of the team through so many memorable years, together with three Stanley Cup championships. He was a staple in the local hockey neighborhood, going back to his years enjoying at the College of Denver to working nearly 30 years with the Avs. But nearly as good as a hockey man as he was, he will be most remembered for being a good friend to so many. On behalf of the Avalanche organization, we ship our deepest condolences to the entire McNab household. Peter will probably be vastly missed.»
Present and former Avs players reply on social media
Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog posted on Instagram, «You will be missed Pete.»
Devon Toews posted, «RIP to an amazing man.»
Erik Johnson posted hands collectively and a blue heart emoji with a graphic of McNab.
Cale Makar, J.T. Compher and Mikko Rantanen are only a few players who reposted the Altitude Instagram publish of McNab’s passing.