Peter Maher
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Peter Maher: Voice of the Flames | Calgary Flames News
- Published
- August 13, 2026
- Duration
- 1:54
- Summary source
- description
- Last updated
- Aug 19, 2026
Discusses hockey.
Summary
Peter Maher, the legendary voice of the Calgary Flames for 33 seasons and a national hockey icon, has passed away at 79. Known for his electrifying play-by-play, iconic catchphrases, and historic calls—including Sidney Crosby’s Olympic “Golden Goal”—Maher broadcasted 2,954 games and was honored with the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award and induction into the …
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Peter Maher, the legendary voice of the Calgary Flames for 33 seasons and a national hockey icon, has passed away at 79. Known for his electrifying play-by-play, iconic catchphrases, and historic calls—including Sidney Crosby’s Olympic “Golden Goal”—Maher broadcasted 2,954 games and was honored with the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award and induction into the New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame. The Flames renamed their radio booth in his honor and created the Peter Maher “Good Guy” Award to celebrate
Themes
- hockey