http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=r61irQ1lcTQ<\/a>\nWhile Emrick does great work on nationally broadcast games, it’s appropriate his main gig is with the New Jersey Devils.<\/p>\n
Emrick is very similar to Devils goalie Martin Brodeur in that both are consistently superb in their efforts.<\/p>\n
Emrick is so smooth it’s ridiculous, and he probably matches up against any broadcaster in ANY sport.<\/p>\n
He’s a low-key, no ego guy that doesn’t seek out fame, though it certainly found Emrick.<\/p>\n
This well-deserved honor is a perfect order for this ‘Doc’.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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