Blue Jackets’ radio broadcasts will sound different going forward.
On Wednesday, the team announced it will use the television broadcast audio feed for radio broadcasts, with Columbus not renewing the contract of 17-year radio play-by-play broadcaster Bob McElligott.
“Bob’s voice was at the heart of many of our club’s unforgettable moments and helped shape memories that will live on for years to come,” Blue Jackets VP of business intelligence & broadcasting Marc Gregory said in a statement. “We sincerely thank him and wish him nothing but success moving forward.”
McElligott released a statement on his social media accounts, sharing his gratitude for his time in Columbus and saying he is unsure what is next for him.
“I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to the McConnell family and the Blue Jackets organization for the privilege of calling games for the past 17 years,” he wrote.
