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Bob McKenzie (Full Name: Robert Malcomson McKenzie) is a popular Canadian hockey analyst who works at The Sports Network (TSN) since joining in 1986. Being a TSN Hockey Insider and TSN’s Draft Expert, Bob covers analysis of the NHL on TSN telecasts, and at the IIHF World Junior Championships, NHL Draft, NHL Trade Deadline, Free Agency, as well as at six Olympic Winter Games.
In 1981, Bob left The Sault Star and went back to Toronto to get a job in the sports department at one of the mainstream papers. Even if Bob got a position as a copy editor in The Globe and Mail’s sports department, he was not given any full-time positions. In 1982, Bob was given a position as editor-in-chief of The Hockey News.
He worked at the magazine for nine years prior to joining the Toronto Star as a hockey columnist up to 1998. While working at the Toronto Star, Bob was covering from the Tampa Bay Lightning dressing room following a loss when he was requested to leave by Phil Esposito. Upon rejecting, a scuffle ensued and Bob filed a complaint with Toronto police claiming an attack.
Bob McKenzie Age
Bob was born on August 16, 1956, in Toronto, Canada. He is 66 years old. Bob celebrates his birthday on August 16, every year.
Bob McKenzie Height
He is a man of above-average stature. Bob stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in (Approx 1.75 m).
Bob McKenzie Family
He was born in Toronto, Canada, to Bob Mckenzie Sr. and Maureen Mckenzie. Bob holds Canadian nationality. Presently, Bob has not disclosed if he has siblings or not.
Bob McKenzie Wife
Bob is married to his wife Cindy the older sister of John Goodwin, a retired qualified ice hockey player. The pair has three sons who played hockey. Although one of Bob’s sons stopped the sport because of concussions. Bob’s son Mike McKenzie proceeded on to play professionally.
Bob McKenzie Son
Bob has three sons who played hockey. His son Mike works as the general manager of the Kitchener Rangers of the Ontario Hockey League. Mike was an ice hockey player who previously played for the Ontario Reign in the ECHL in the 2011–12 season.
Bob McKenzie Education
He went to Bendale Public School. Later on, Bob went and graduated from Ryerson Polytechnic University.
Bob McKenzie TSN
Bob came back to The Hockey News for three years where he took part in their half-hour segments on The Sports Network (TSN), and was finally appointed as an analyst for Canadian Hockey League games. He was finally given a position with TSN’s broadcasting team in 2000.
In respect of his coverage skills, Bob received the Gemini Award for Best Studio Analyst due to his work on the 2008 IIHF World Junior Championship: Gold Final. In October 2014, Bob and Darren Dreger started appearing as full-time contributors on NBCSN. This was because of the fact that TSN lost its NHL broadcasting rights package to Sportsnet. After two years, Bob won the 2016 Canadian Screen Award for Best Sports Analyst.
He was given the 2015 Elmer Ferguson Memorial Award, as chosen by the Professional Hockey Writers Association. In 2017 Bob became inducted into the Whitby Sports Hall of Fame. In 2019, Bob signed a five-year tenure extension with TSN.
Bob McKenzie Salary
He earns a satisfying amount from his work as a hockey analyst who works at The Sports Network (TSN) since joining in 1986. Bob’s average salary is $89,897 per year.
Bob McKenzie Net Worth
Bob gets his wealth from his work as a hockey analyst who works at The Sports Network (TSN) since joining in 1986. Therefore, Bob has accumulated a decent fortune over the years. Bob’s estimated net worth is $2 million.
How Old Is Bob McKenzie
Bob is a 66-year-old who was born on August 16, 1956, in Toronto, Canada. Bob celebrates his birthday on August 16, every year.
Is Bob McKenzie Married
Yes, Bob is married to his wife Cindy the older sister of John Goodwin, a retired qualified ice hockey player. The pair has three sons who played hockey. Although one of Bob’s sons stopped the sport because of concussions.
Who Is Bob McKenzie
Bob is a hockey analyst who works at The Sports Network (TSN) since joining in 1986. Being a TSN Hockey Insider and TSN’s Draft Expert, Bob covers analysis of the NHL on TSN telecasts, and at the IIHF World Junior Championships, NHL Draft, NHL Trade Deadline, Free Agency, as well as at six Olympic Winter Games.
Bob McKenzie Social Media Account
Twitter – @TSNBobMcKenzie