""I didn't understand the effect that he's had prior to being here, but it didn't take long once I got here," Rielly said. "The amount of respect people have for him around here is pretty obvious and he deserves that." It's not just the play-by-play portion of the job that makes Bowen truly special, it's the personality he has brought to a team and a city and Rielly stated just how important it was."
"The one constant in that time was Bowen, who remained on the mic from the day Rielly made his debut to the present. "He's kind of one of those guys you never imagine not being there, he's a voice that you always imagine being a soundtrack for this team, "Rielly said. "It's always weird to think about, but he's just a really special guy that's had a great career and we've all been lucky to get to know him and hear his calls.""
Joe Bowen's broadcasting career with the Toronto Maple Leafs began on October 6, 1982, and is in its final season. The team will honor Bowen tonight at Scotiabank Arena during a home game against the Chicago Blackhawks; Bowen called his first Leafs game at Chicago Stadium. Bowen spent 43 years calling Maple Leafs games and earned a special place in the hearts of fans and players. Morgan Rielly noted the obvious respect for Bowen and emphasized Bowen's impact beyond play-by-play, highlighting his personality and role as a constant presence through multiple head coaches, general managers, and roster changes.
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