Calgary Flames mourn passing of Hall of Fame broadcaster Peter Maher
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 5:44 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Peter Maher, the Hall of Fame play-by-play voice for the Calgary Flames, passed away on August 13, 2026, at the age of 79. Known for bringing over 3,000 games to life, Maher joined the Flames in 1980 and called notable moments, including the team's 1989 Stanley Cup victory. He was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2006 as a media honoree. Tributes have poured in, highlighting his impact on fans and players alike. His family announced they will share memorial arrangements in the future.
- •Peter Maher began his career with the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1977.
- •He called the Flames' 1989 Stanley Cup championship and 2004 Stanley Cup Final.
- •Calgary honored Maher with a dedicated broadcast booth and award recognizing his virtues.
- •The Calgary Stampeders held a moment of silence in his memory.
- •Tributes highlighted his dedication to the game and warmth as a person.
- 5:44 AMYahoo Sports — Calgary Flames Nation Mourns Hall of Fame Play-by-Play Voice
"The longtime play-by-play voice, the first to bring Calgary Flames games to life on the radio, died Thursday. He was 79. The post Calgary Flames Nation Mourns Hall of Fame Play-by-Play Voice appeared first on HEAVY.
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