Barry Melrose

Quick Facts

Full Name	Barry Melrose
Occupation	Sportscaster
Date Of Birth	Jul 15, 1956(1956-07-15)
Age	68
Birthplace	Kelvington
Country	Canada
Birth City	Saskatchewan
Horoscope	Cancer

Barry Melrose Biography

Barry Melrose is one of the most popular and richest Sportscaster who was born on July 15, 1956 in Kelvington, Saskatchewan, Canada. Famous for his roles as a player in the NHL, broadcaster, and coach. He was the coach of players of the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final and began his tenure as a frequent reporter for ESPN beginning in the year 1996.

He was in an uncredited part on the feature film Mystery, Alaska alongside He appeared in a minor role in the 1999 film Mystery, Alaska alongside Russell Crowe..

Melrose began his hockey career as a defenceman in the WCHL with the Kamloops Chiefs in 1974, where he stayed for two years. He started the 1976–77 season with the Springfield Indians of the AHL, before moving mid-season to the Cincinnati Stingers of the WHA, where he stayed until 1979.

Following the demise of the WHA and its subsequent absorption into the NHL, Melrose joined the Winnipeg Jets for the 1979–80 season.

His birthplace was Kelvington, Saskatchewan, and was raised through his father and mother Norrie as well as James. He was married to Cindy Melrose in 1978 and the couple has two children with the names of Adrien as well as Tyrell.

Barry Melrose Net Worth

Barry Melrose is one of the richest Sportscaster from Canada. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Barry Melrose 's net worth $16 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He began his hockey career in 1974 as a defensive player. He was part of the World Hockey Association prior to its integration into the National Hockey League prior to the 1979-80 season. His first NHL team included the Winnipeg Jets.

He was the head coach of for the Tampa Bay Lightning during the 2008-2009 season. He returned back to ESPN for the live broadcasts of 2009’s Winter Classic game between the Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks.

Barry James Melrose (born July 15, 1956) is a Canadian–American broadcaster and former professional ice hockey player and head coach. Melrose played in the World Hockey Association (WHA) and National Hockey League (NHL). After retiring from playing, he became a head coach and is best known for being the coach of the Los Angeles Kings in their run to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final. He is a long-time commentator and hockey analyst for ESPN and contributor for the NHL Network.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Barry Melrose height 6 ft 0 in Barry weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.

Who is Barry Melrose Dating?

According to our records, Barry Melrose married to Cindy Melrose. As of December 1, 2023, Barry Melrose’s is not dating anyone.

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The Tampa Bay Lightning hired Melrose as their head coach in June 2008. On October 21, 2008, Melrose recorded his first win as a head coach in over 13 years in a 3–2 victory over the Atlanta Thrashers. On November 14, 2008, Melrose was fired by the Lightning with a 5–7–4 record.

Facts & Trivia

Barry Ranked on the list of most popular Sportscaster. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Canada. Barry Melrose celebrates birthday on July 15 of every year.

Melrose joined ESPN in 1996 as a commentator and NHL analyst. He left ESPN in June 2008 to coach the Tampa Bay Lightning. After his short stint with the Lightning ended, he returned to ESPN on January 1, 2009 in conjunction with the Winter Classic played between the Detroit Red Wings and Chicago Blackhawks.

What happened to Barry Melrose?

Melrose played in the World Hockey Association (WHA) and National Hockey League (NHL). After retiring from playing, he became a head coach and is best known for being the coach of the Los Angeles Kings in their run to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final.

Did Barry Melrose ever win a Stanley Cup?

Barry Melrose has been named the sixth head coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning. A winner at every level he has coached, Melrose spent three seasons (1992-95) as the head coach in Los Angeles, leading the Kings to the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time in 1993.

How much does Barry Melrose make?

Net Worth: $16 Million
Profession:| Coach, Commentator, Ice hockey player
Nationality:| Canada

Who does Barry Melrose work for now?

Longtime hockey personality will serve as studio host NHL Network today announced that Barry Melrose, a six-year NHL veteran, former NHL head coach and one of the best-known personalities in hockey, has joined its roster of on-air talent as a studio analyst.

Is Barry Melrose married?

Cindy Melrose