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    The absence of Barbero's voice echoing through Mellon Arena during home games has created a void. "Pittsburgh is a unique place, different than most other cities that have professional sports teams ... The fans are the best in the world, no question about that, and they are accustomed to broadcasters and announcers who have become fixtures here. Bob Prince, Myron Cope, Mike Lange and (longtime Pittsburgh Pirates public address announcer) Art McKenna are in that category. So is John Barbero." Barbero received a 2009 Stanley Cup championship ring from the club. Full Article at Pittsburgh Entertainment
    Pittsburgh is a unique place, different than most other cities that have professional sports teams ... The fans are the best in the world, no question about that, and they are accustomed to broadcasters and announcers who have become fixtures here. Bob Prince, Myron Cope, Mike Lange and (longtime Pittsburgh Pirates public address announcer) Art McKenna are in that category. So is John Barbero.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
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A Penguins' void: 'The Voice' is muted
  1. My eyes began bothering me on the flight (to Arizona) ... The pain was excruciating and I thought it might be a problem with cataracts. Fortunately, my son-in-law is an eye surgeon so he gave me a thorough examination and a new prescription.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  2. The doctors are very encouraged by the progress we've made ... I'm getting the best care possible with the doctors and nurses -- everyone -- at Hillman.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  3. Yes, it was kind of strange just sitting there and watching the game ... But I enjoyed it.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  4. The doctors told me it's a Level II condition ... They said someone my age is usually at Level III or Level IV, which is more serious.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  5. I've missed only a handful of games, maybe four or five, during my time with the team ... I was determined to make it through the season, especially the playoffs. I needn't tell you it was an exciting time, a special chapter in the club's history.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  6. I can't say enough about my family and friends, the way they have helped me through all of this
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  7. He would get to the Arena a couple of hours before game time and check with the visiting broadcasters on the pronunciation of the opposing players' names. He was always well prepared and has done (his job) the Pittsburgh way --as a true professional.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  8. I had to drive with one eye closed from the (Pittsburgh International) airport to Roscoe ... I'm still not sure how I made it home.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago
  9. It's nice to know that people appreciate your work ... I've always taken my job seriously and taken pride in it. If someone compliments me on the way I do it, that means a lot to me because I want to be professional at all times.
    SOURCE: Pittsburgh Entertainment 2 weeks ago

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