Barry Melrose, a former NHL coach and longtime ESPN analyst, has died following a battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was 70. “For decades, Barry Melrose was one of the most distinctive and trusted voices in hockey,” ESPN said in a statement on Wednesday, September 9. “His knowledge of the game was deep, his candor was refreshing, and his passion was unmistakable. He was a foundational part of ESPN’s hockey coverage, and fans and teammates truly appreciated his entertaining delivery and charismatic personality.” The statement concluded, “We send our deepest condolences to h...