For the first time ever, the Stanley Cup Final resides on Warner Bros. Discovery's TNT channel. It's year two of the league's new broadcast deal in the United States and after ESPN handled the Stanley Cup Final in 2022, it's time for TNT to shine. While hockey fans had to learn some new faces last season, that won't be the case this time around with a lineup that brings more than a few familiar faces. With any major event comes pre sure pre sure some of these TNT faces aren't strangers to. Now in 2023, they will once again provide the soundtrack, being the voices that narrate NHL history, which will play on highlight reels and inside the winning and losing city forever. MORE: The Sporting News introduces you to the NHL on TNT crew that will call the network's first Stanley Cup Final. Who makes up the NHL on TNT studio team? Before there was ESPN and TNT, NBC Sports was home to the NHL and its captivating postseasons. ESPN opted for some different faces to headline its coverage, while Turner Sports set out to bring some of the NBC talent on board, unleashing their personalities both in the studio and broadcast booth. Liam McHugh, host The face of the NHL on NBC's studio has turned one three-letter company in for another. Liam McHugh joined TNT's coverage right after the NBC contract ended and has been Pau Gasol Jersey the man in the middle ever since. Fans of "Inside the NBA" might recognize McHugh's presence mirrors Ernie Johnson's letting the analysts thrive in their personality-driven role. Wayne Gretzky, analyst TNT's attempt to duplicate its NBA succe s didn't just stop with McHugh. They also needed some legends of the sport to offer their take as well. The Hall of Fame center, Wayne Gretzky, was a perfect fit. He's a good friend of NBA counterpart Charles Barkley, which was half the battle. Include his experiences on the ice and then "The Great One," was a seamle s fit. Gretz hasn't lost it or did Chuck never have it? Shootout of the Century over on B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) MORE: Paul Bi sonnette, analyst When it comes to personality, it's hard to find more than what Paul Bi sonnette brings to the table. Although he wasn't a great NHL player only registering 22 points in 202 games acro s six seasons Cameron Reynolds Jersey "Biz" often provides the light-hearted "knucklehead" approach to his analysis, designed to put a smile on fans' faces. Tonight, the return of the to the desk. Will we see a return of Henrik's guitar? NHLonTNT (@NHL_On_TNT) Anson Carter, analyst Another one of the original members at the table, Anson Carter also brings his 10 years of NHL playing experience to the group. Carter played in 674 games, scoring 202 goals and registering 421 points. Carter, and the group, thrive off the ability to just be friends despite their notably different career paths. On paper, they don't fit together, but it works. But that history is part of what makes Carter poking fun at Gretzky so funny. Henrik Lundqvist, analyst So far, we have a nice collection of people to discu s the NHL, but it was lacking a goalie. That's where former New York Rangers star goaltender Henrik Lundqvist comes in. He never hoisted the cup, but the Swede has proven to be a natural on television in a short time since retiring from the game. Sitting opposite Gretzky, Lundqvist and him hold down the panel in terms of fashion and experience. The newcomer who replaced Rick Tocchet after he became head coach of the Canucks provides excellent insight into what is going through a goalie's mind during various moments in the game something that is typically lacking in NHL studio show coverage. . breaking down Bob's unique style and why he's playing at the top of his game right now NHLonTNT (@NHL_On_TNT) MORE: NHL on TNT announcers Kenny Alber
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