Don Cherry returns with surprise message to hockey fans after months of silence
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After months of radio silence, the legendary Don Cherry has reappeared on social media X with a very special post for all Canadians and hockey fans.
Remember when you couldn't change channels without hearing Don Cherry's booming voice on a Saturday night if you happened to be in Canada?
His 'Coach's Corner' on Hockey Night in Canada was a tradition on Canadian TV: part entertainment, part controversy, and all about his passion for hockey.
After his contentious exit from television, Cherry has been nowhere to be found in public since retiring from his weekly Grapevine podcast.
However, after months with neither sight nor sound, this iconic character has made a surprise re-entry on the popular platform X with a message reminding all Canadians to wear their poppies on Remembrance Day.
"Don't forget your poppy."
- Don Cherry
- Don Cherry
As much as Don Cherry loved talking about hockey, he also wants to fully enjoy retirement
Earlier this year, in an interview with his long-time friend Joe Warmington, managing editor for 'The Whig', Cherry revealed that he would put a stop to his popular podcast and retire from the media to enjoy his retirement.
These last quiet years for Mr. Cherry have been interrupted by times of national recognition, including his awarding by King Charles with a Coronation Medal for his lifetime contribution to hockey.
Known for his loud clothing, uncompromising views, and unconditional backing for Canadian troops, Cherry was a unique individual, one who sparked intense emotions but made a lasting impact on the sport.
Whether you loved him or hated him, Don Cherry's aura represented a generation of hockey broadcasting.
His voice and his particular set of values are now woven into Canada's sporting fabric, a reminder that even when one chapter is closed, the memory is eternal.
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| Yes | 155 | 92.3 % |
| No | 13 | 7.7 % |
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