Former Canadiens defensive player PK Subban joins ESPN as hockey analyst

PK Subban has become a full-time member of ESPN’s hockey team after helping cover the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season.

Subban, who retired in September, signed a three-year contract with ESPN. He works primarily as an analyst for the studio, but will be responsible for several games during the season.

“I knew for weeks. It was hard knowing what I was going to do. I just kept it close to my chest. But here we are now.” “We did some work last season in the postseason and it was great. It was fun working with the producers and everyone.”

Subban said the opportunity to appear on “First Take” and other ESPN shows during the playoffs was another factor in the decision.

The 33-year-old Toronto native played 13 seasons for the Montreal Canadiens, Nashville Predators and New Jersey Devils. He scored 467 points in his games his season with 824 regulars including 115 goals. He topped the league with the Canadiens in 2013. He won Norris his trophy as a defenseman, and Stanley with the Predators in 2017. He reached the Cup finals and was named an NHL All-Star three times. rice field.

Mark Gross, ESPN’s senior vice president of production and remote events, said Subban will add more experience to the network’s roster of analysts and reporters.

“PK, having recently retired from the game, brings a fresh perspective to his analysis, but it gives him a unique and fun perspective that fans will love, beyond just his experience on the ice.

During its final season in the league, Subban had already agreed to host “PK’s Places,” a hockey version of the Places series on ESPN+. The series is set to debut next year.

Subban said he has discussed with ESPN the possibility of branching out into other areas of the sport given the opportunity. In addition, he took the time to de-stress as he evaluated all of his options.

“I’m excited to bring that passion and energy that I bring to the ice to something I’m passionate about. I hope they’re as excited as I am to get started.” he said. “People who follow and know me know that I’m honest. I want to be myself. I think that’s what they want to see.” I think that’s what people are excited about.”

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