TORONTO — Earlier this week, Sportsnet announced it was bringing back memorable best-of-seven NHL playoff series, and now the sports network is augmenting that programming with special appearances by Canadian hockey legend Wayne Gretzky and broadcaster Ron MacLean.
NHL Classics: Special Edition with Wayne Gretzky and Ron MacLean, presented by TD, premieres this Saturday, April 25 at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT on Sportsnet and Sportsnet Now, and on radio on Sportsnet 590 The Fan (Toronto), Sportsnet 960 The Fan (Calgary), and Sportsnet 650 (Vancouver). Part two of the special series airs next Saturday, May 2.
Along with special guests, The Great One will share stories and memories, and give viewers a glimpse into his thoughts during some of the most memorable moments of his career.
These are the broadcast details, according to the news release:
- Saturday, April 25 at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT — Part I: 1993 Stanley Cup Final, Game 2 (Kings vs. Canadiens) with special guest Kirk Muller:
- With 1:45 left in the game, Marty McSorley is called for playing with an illegal stick. The ensuing power play propelled the Habs to an eventual Stanley Cup victory over Gretzky’s Kings in what would ultimately be his last Finals appearance.
- Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT — Part II: 1989 Stanley Cup Final, Game 6 (Flames vs. Canadiens) with special guest Lanny McDonald:
- Captain Lanny McDonald and the Calgary Flames win the first Stanley Cup in franchise history after finally defeating Gretzky’s Oilers in the Conference Finals.
