Larry Murphy Bio | Wiki
Larry Murphy is a popular Canadian previous professional ice hockey defenceman. As of now, Larry works as a studio analyst for the Red Wings on Bally Sports Detroit. Originally, Larry played for more than 20 years in the National Hockey League, suiting up for the Los Angeles Kings, Washington Capitals, Minnesota North Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs, as well as Detroit Red Wings.
Larry became the winner of back-to-back Stanley Cup championships, the first of two was with Pittsburgh in both 1991 and 1992; and later with Detroit in both 1997 and 1998. In addition, Larry became inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.
Larry Murphy Age
Larry was born on March 8, 1961, in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada. He is 61 years old. Larry celebrates his birthday on March 8, every year.
Larry Murphy Height
He is a man of average stature. Larry stands at a height of 6 ft 2 in (Approx 1.88 m).
Larry Murphy Family
He was born in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada to his caring and loving parents. At the moment, Larry has not disclosed any details regarding either his parents or if he has siblings.
Larry Murphy Wife
Larry was married to his lovely wife Nancy Murphy. At the moment, it is not clear if the two are still together or if they are separated. However, once the details regarding Larry’s wife are available we shall update.
Larry Murphy Bally Sports Detroit | Red Wings
He became an alternate color analyst for the Detroit Red Wings on Fox Sports Detroit. Larry only did color commentator duties for Red Wings west coast road trips in place of Mickey Redmond, from 2003 to 2006 he shared this duty with previous teammate Pat Verbeek where they would alternate road trips. Therefore, after the 2005–06 NHL season, Pat left the job as a broadcaster to become a scout for the Red Wings and Larry took over full-time on west coast road trips.
Moreover, in 2006, Larry began contributing as a studio analyst on pregames, post games as well as intermissions in which he does not broadcast. During the 2007–08 season, Larry started working as a “Between the Benches” reporter for Fox Sports Detroit when Mickey Redmond was broadcasting and subbed for Mickey when he had surgery to get rid of a tumor on his lung.
It was announced on February 14, 2019, Larry would return as a studio analyst for the Red Wings on Fox Sports Detroit for the remainder of the 2018–19 season.
Larry Murphy Nhl
Larry also made occasional appearances on the NHL Network’s nightly hockey highlight show, NHL on the Fly. It was announced in March 2013, by Fox Sports Detroit that Larry had been fired, following being told they weren’t satisfied with ratings.
Larry Murphy Hockey
He played in the 1974 Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament for the Toronto Shopsy’s minor ice hockey team. Following a stellar junior career with the Peterborough Petes and representing Canada at the 1980 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships, Larry was drafted 4th overall in the 1980 NHL Entry Draft by the Los Angeles Kings. Over the 1980–81 NHL season, Larry set National Hockey League records for most assists plus points by a rookie defenceman, with 60 and 76 respectively.
Larry Murphy Salary
He earns a satisfying amount from his work as a studio analyst for the Red Wings on Bally Sports Detroit. Larry’s average salary is $77,701 per year.
Larry Murphy Net Worth
Larry gets his wealth from his work as a studio analyst for the Red Wings on Bally Sports Detroit. Therefore, Larry has accumulated a decent fortune over the years of his work. Larry’s estimated net worth is $826,567.
How Old Is Larry Murphy
Larry is a 61-year-old who was born on March 8, 1961, in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada.
Where Is Larry Murphy
He now works as a studio analyst for the Red Wings on Bally Sports Detroit. Originally, Larry played for more than 20 years in the National Hockey League, suiting up for the Los Angeles Kings, Washington Capitals, Minnesota North Stars, Pittsburgh Penguins, Toronto Maple Leafs, as well as Detroit Red Wings.