The news of Larry Brooks' passing shook the hockey world this Thursday morning, as a giant of journalism from the New York Post leaves behind an immense legacy.
Very sad news in the hockey world this morning...
Larry Brooks has left us at the age of 75, which was confirmed by the New York Post.
When the news broke, several major figures in hockey immediately reacted.
Renaud Lavoie wrote that hockey coverage would never be the same without him... and I agree.
"Hockey coverage will never be the same without Larry. He was such an inspiration for many of us. Condolences to his family and his many friends."
-Renaud Lavoie
-Renaud Lavoie
Frank Seravalli, for his part, called him a "one-of-one"-a journalist impossible to replace.
"Sad news this morning. Rest in peace, Brooksie. A one-of-one hockey writer spanning generations."
- Frank Seravalli
- Frank Seravalli
An article from the New York Post, shared via the official announcement, truly highlighted his immense role within the newspaper.
An immense legacy for hockey journalism
Larry Brooks, I think, was more than just a journalist.
He spoke the truth - fearlessly and with passion.
He loved hockey deeply, and it showed.
"For the last three decades, no one covered a sports beat in this city better than Larry did on the Rangers,"
"Well before the Hockey Hall of Fame enshrined him, Larry had already earned a place among the legends who have graced the pages of The Best Sports in Town."
- Post Executive Sports Editor Chris Shaw said.
"Well before the Hockey Hall of Fame enshrined him, Larry had already earned a place among the legends who have graced the pages of The Best Sports in Town."
- Post Executive Sports Editor Chris Shaw said.
According to the NY Post, he had a saying that summed him up perfectly:
"We all do what we can to make it so. And this is my small part of that."
- Larry Brooks
- Larry Brooks
I think we've just lost a true voice of hockey.
My sincere condolences to his loved ones, his friends, and everyone he inspired.
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