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Ron MacLean signs seven-year extension with CBC


TORONTO – Hockey Night in Canada host Ron MacLean has extended his contract with CBC for another seven years. The new deal, terms of which were not released, starts with the 2007-08 season and continues to the end of 2013-14, the year the public broadcaster’s deal with the National Hockey League expires. “For millions of Canadians, Ron is the face of CBC Sports, and we are absolutely thrilled to continue our partnership with him for the long term,” said CBC Sports executive director Scott Moore. “He is the best in the business and has played an integral role in building...