George Matthews (broadcaster) (original) (raw)

George Matthews is the current radio play-by-play announcer for the Charlottetown Islanders of the QMJHL. He was the original radio play-by-play announcer for the Columbus Blue Jackets, a National Hockey League franchise. He held this position since the team's inaugural 2000–01 season through the 2012–2013 season. He hails from Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Entering his 37th season of hockey broadcasting, he is known for his passionate broadcast style and also his penchant for rhyme.