A beloved Northern California sports broadcaster—who wore many hats, from managing a boxer to co-hosting a raucous "Morning Zoo" radio show and even helping establish a hockey team in China—has died at 65. His career was as colorful as it was influential, leaving a mark across multiple corners of the sports and entertainment world.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just the loss of a local media personality—it’s the end of an era for listeners who grew up with his voice, athletes he mentored, and communities he impacted. His eclectic career reflects how media figures once bridged sports, entertainment, and even international ventures in ways that feel rare today. For fans, it’s a reminder of how deeply broadcasters can weave themselves into the fabric of daily life.