What Happened
Kevin Sawyer will debut Thursday as Sportsnet's rink-side colour commentator on Calgary Flames broadcasts, the network has announced. Sawyer, a former Anaheim Mighty Ducks player, was part of a chaotic game at the Saddledome 25 years ago that became one of the arena's most memorable nights. A front-page headline the next morning labeled him 'The Ugly Duckling' beneath his mugshot, and he was public enemy No. 1 in Calgary. Sawyer later came close to signing with the Flames, missing out by an autograph.
Key Details
- Sawyer's first broadcast is Thursday at 9 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. MT.
- He will serve as Sportsnet's rink-side colour commentator on Flames broadcasts.
- Sawyer played for the Anaheim Mighty Ducks.
- He was involved in a notorious Saddledome game 25 years ago.
- A headline called him 'The Ugly Duckling' the next morning.
- He nearly became a Flame, missing out by an autograph.
What It Means
Sawyer's playing history with the Flames' franchise adds a layer of familiarity to his new role. Calgary viewers may not recognize him initially, but his past connection to the team and the Saddledome gives him a unique perspective as an analyst.
What's Next
Sawyer's first broadcast is Thursday at 9 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. MT on Sportsnet.