Praise for retiring Flyers broadcaster Steve Coates comes from far and wide

Flyers broadcaster Steve Coates to retire after 43 seasons

The 72-year-old "Coatesy" has held roles in various radio and television capacities over the years, serving as the color analyst on 97.5 the Fanatic and 93.3 WMMR for the past nine seasons.

Steve Coates, energetic Flyers broadcaster, to retire after 43 years with team

Flyers broadcaster Steve Coates announced Friday he will retire after 43 years with the organization. Affectionately known as Coatesy, the 77-year-old broadcaster worked on both TV and radio during his long tenure in Philadelphia. Coates had a limitless knowledge of hockey and a knack for creating hilarious moments during broadcasts.

Praise for retiring Flyers broadcaster Steve Coates comes from far and wide

Flyers broadcaster Steve Coates, who announced his retirement Friday, is admired and appreciated by all in the Flyers community and their fans.

Flyers’ Coates retires after 43 years with the organization

On April 1st, 2023, the Philadelphia Flyers will honor the career of Steve Coates, who retired after 43 years of service with the organization. A legendary hockey personality in Philadelphia, Coates was always entertaining, whether on television or radio. He’ll remain active in Flyers Alumni events following this season. Coates had this to say upon his retirement announcement: “The Philadelphia Flyers organization is unlike any other in professi…