20. Arizona Coyotes: 2.08
-Matt McConnell (play by play)
-Tyson Nash (analyst)

Most popular grade: C (41.41% of voters)

The Coyotes broadcast team is nature’s C students. They had the highest percentage of C’s in the bunch. Their sample size is a little smaller as they only received 198 votes, but the votes will tell you that the impression that McConnell and Nash make is that they’re just there. I do like Tyson’s wardrobe, though.

19. Anaheim Ducks: 2.12
-John Ahlers (play by play)
-Brian Hayward (analyst)

Most popular grade: C (30.88% of voters)

Ahlers and Hayward are a solid crew. Ahlers brings good energy to a broadcast. Hayward has been accused of being a little too “goalie-centric” at times (which makes sense because he was a goalie). The Ducks team got a high percentage of B’s and C’s, but just enough F’s to keep them in the lower half.

18. Winnipeg Jets: 2.13
-Denis Beyak (play by play)
-Shane Hnidy (analyst)

Most popular grade: C (39.07% of voters)

The duo of Beyak and Hnidy finished in the middle of the pack which is pretty suitable considering most fans gave them a C for their efforts. Scrounging through Twitter, you’ll find plenty of compliments and plenty of insults surrounding these two which perfectly summarizes their ranking on this list.

17. Edmonton Oilers: 2.27
-Kevin Quinn (play by play)
-Drew Remenda (analyst)

Most popular grade: B (32.50% of voters)

The Oilers broadcast crew nearly finished with a C (28.5% of voters) as Quinn and Remenda aren’t exactly beloved by Edmonton fans. They do a capable job of calling the game but sometimes lack enthusiasm. Remenda is missed by some in San Jose, but hasn’t found the same fandom in Edmonton.

https://twitter.com/McHalberle/status/697249991048437760

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16. Philadelphia Flyers: 2.27
-Jim Jackson (play by play)
-Keith Jones (analyst)
-Bill Clement (analyst)

Most popular grade: B (26.94% of voters)

The Flyers own the tiebreaker against Edmonton with a higher percentage of A grades. They also had a higher percentage of F grades too. Comcast Philly viewers have the luxury of two analysts who are nationally seasoned, and Jim Jackson does a professional job as the play-by-play voice of the guys in orange.

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15. Washington Capitals: 2.37
-Joe Beninati (play by play)
-Craig Laughlin (analyst)

Most popular grade: A (30.67% of voters)

The Caps are the first team in our list to garner more than 30% of A grades in our poll. Laughlin and Beninati are a solid team. Beninati brings energy, especially in those moments where the unexpected happens.

14. Vancouver Canucks: 2.42
-John Shorthouse (play by play)
-John Garrett (analyst)

Most popular grade: B (33.15% of voters)

Canucks fans seem OK with their broadcasting crew, as a B grade shows positive to slightly mixed feelings. Twitter isn’t as kind to Garrett, however, who many say is a Canucks homer.

https://twitter.com/BEERLEAGUERED/status/714272012940681216

13. Calgary Flames: 2.45
-Rick Ball (play by play)
-Kelly Hrudey (analyst)

Most popular grade: B (36.61% of voters)

The Flames get a B grade for providing a solid viewing experience. The Flames crew draws high marks for their entertainment value. Hrudey is excellent at analyzing goaltenders but has drawn criticism for being a homer.

https://twitter.com/axelaxmann/status/679669296419737600

12. Tampa Bay Lightning: 2.46
-Rick Peckham (play by play)
-Brian Engblom (analyst)

Most popular grade: B (34.26% of voters)

Plenty of A’s and B’s for the team of Peckham and Engblom. Peckham in particular is starting to be recognized nationally as he gets more and more big assignments for NBC.

11. New York Islanders: 2.48
-Howie Rose (play by play)
-Butch Goring (analyst)

Most popular grade: B (32.53% of voters)

Howie Rose is sharp, passionate, knowledgeable and a credit to the profession. Butch Goring thinks the Islanders totally rule and are the best team ever and hopes they win and thinks that should have been a penalty against the other team. Yes, Goring may be the biggest homer of any analyst on this list and should be allowed to wear his old jersey while calling games.

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About David Rogers

Editor for The Comeback and Contributing Editor for Awful Announcing. Lover of hockey, soccer and all things pop culture.

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