What happened: Maher joined Calgary’s booth in 1980 and retired after the 2013-14 season. Frank Seravalli remembered him as humble and kind while praising the soundtrack he gave the sport.
Why it matters: His calls spanned Calgary’s 1989 Stanley Cup championship and 2004 run to the Final. His trademark expressions became fixtures for generations of Flames fans.
By the numbers: Maher called 33 consecutive Flames seasons and nearly 3,000 games, plus six NHL All-Star Games, four Stanley Cup Finals and Canada’s 2010 Olympic men’s schedule.
What to watch: The Saddledome radio booth bearing his name will remain part of Calgary’s final season at the arena in 2026-27.