HOUR 1 - RIP Mike Lange, Doc Emrick, Scott Ferrall

RIP Mike Lange. The legendary Penguins broadcaster passed away yesterday at the age of 76. We reflected on the life and legacy left by Lange on Pittsburgh and in the hockey community. Legendary hockey PXP voice Doc Emrick joined the show. Doc reflected on his memories with Mike Lange and the legacy that he left on him. He told some stories about Lange and the preparation that went behind every broadcast. He said Lange is easily one of the heads that belongs on a Pittsburgh broadcasters Mt. Rushmore. Doc talked about being in the final three finalists for the Penguins PXP job in the early 70’s – losing out to Lange. Doc reveled about the fun that is supposed to be had in PXP work and just how much fun Lange had in the booth. Doc shared moments of when he would listen to Lange on off nights. The guys joked with Doc about the Pirates downtime between playoff appearances. National sports talk show host Scott Ferrall joined the show. Scott, a native Pittsburgher, got his start in broadcasting due to Mike Lange. He told some WILD stories from his days hanging out with Lange. Scott became the voice of the Atlanta Thrashers and credited that to Lange. Scott labeled Lange as the best storyteller in sports broadcasting history. Scott went unhinged on some stories regarding his love for hockey, which he all fully credited to Lange. Scott described Lange as every titanic phrase in the book. We are also not sure if Scott took a breath in the 10 minutes he was on-air.