Everett Fitzhugh was announced as the first broadcaster in team history for the Seattle Kraken. Fitzhugh had been the voice of the Cincinnati Cyclones before joining Seattle.
Fitzhugh is the first African-American broadcaster in the history of the NHL. He has served as an inspiration to young broadcasters throughout the country over the years.
Recently Fitzhugh was featured on Play-by-Playcast. He discussed how he wound up in hockey, interviewing Doc Emrick, finding his was to the NHL, and why he listens to everybody throughout the season.
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