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Ladles, Feathers, Squibs And Hooks: Doc Emrick's Keys To Calling A Pass

Published June 11, 2014 at 4:00 PM EDT

Legendary NHL play-by-play announcer Michael "Doc" Emrick takes a break from the Stanley Cup finals to discuss how he prepares for calling games, as well as the many ways to describe a pass.

NHL game audio clip courtesy of NHL Radio and NHL Network.

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