For nearly 30 years, he brought hockey to life for millions.

Now Barry Melrose, who's been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, is stepping away from our ESPN family to spend more time with his own.

Wayne Gretzky pays tribute to a one-of-a-kind guy, one we'll miss dearly on air. pic.twitter.com/cAXob9wNVK

— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) October 10, 2023