Keating to Retire At End of Season

[Oddbob]

Not really a fan of his to be honest, but let it not be Art that takes over. How does that guy have a pro job?

 

[Nut Upstrom]

Ken is in his mid 60’s. Mickey is in his late 70’s. Unfortunately theres gonna be a major changing of the guard in the next few years from the voices we grew up with.

Say it aint so.
Hopefully, they can see this team through another great run before hanging it up.

My best to Keats, his was always a unique and amusing addition to the broadcasts. He will be missed.

 

[jkutswings]

You gotta keep it going. I imagine a future of young Wings fans that only know of Keats because you kept the schtick up. Someday, you may pass the mantle on to another as well. You can be the tribute that makes his memory live on in perpetuity.

The NAME is the important thing for inspiring the necessary schtick.

 

[SoupNazi]

Do I retire my schtick after this season? Is it gauche to continue?

You need to apply for his job. Dale Keating, John’s long-lost brother who was thought dead years ago.

Ken is in his mid 60’s. Mickey is in his late 70’s. Unfortunately theres gonna be a major changing of the guard in the next few years from the voices we grew up with.

This may be the first thing you and I have ever agreed on.

 

[FriendlyGhost92]

Perfect opportunity for them to finally promote Daniella Bruce.

... Which means they'll probably hire another old guy to replace Keats.

 

[ShelbyZ]

Ken is in his mid 60’s. Mickey is in his late 70’s. Unfortunately theres gonna be a major changing of the guard in the next few years from the voices we grew up with.

Same thing goes for the radio broadcast. Crazy to think that Daniels, Mick, Ken Kal and Paul Woods combine for well over 100 years as the main voices for the Red Wings.

 

[14ari13]

This was sad to hear. When I first heard this guy I thought he was crazy and obnoxious, but he is great fun.
Obviously Redmond is in the 1st place, but Keating was definitely 2nd.

 

[Henkka]

Perfect opportunity for them to finally promote Daniella Bruce.

She was also my first thought when I did read about this.

 

[dalem177]

She was also my first thought when I did read about this.

I've only seen/heard her do some interviews. Does she know her stuff? Could she do post games in a flannel like Mickey?

 

[jkutswings]

I've only seen/heard her do some interviews. Does she know her stuff?

In addition to the interviews, she has always wanted to be a broadcaster and filled in for Paul Woods in 2022:

History made: Daniella Bruce becomes first woman in Red Wings broadcast booth

Daniella Bruce becomes first woman in Red Wings broadcast booth as she was on the mic for Saturday's game.

www.wxyz.com

Could she do post games in a flannel like Mickey?

Well she's already worn plaid during games, so I'll say yes.

 

[dalem177]

In addition to the interviews, she has always wanted to be a broadcaster and filled in for Paul Woods in 2022:

History made: Daniella Bruce becomes first woman in Red Wings broadcast booth

Daniella Bruce becomes first woman in Red Wings broadcast booth as she was on the mic for Saturday's game.

www.wxyz.com

Well she's already worn plaid during games, so I'll say yes.

Cool.

 

[SirloinUB]

Keats definitely grew on me overtime but I was never the biggest fan.

Daniella would be a perfect replacement.