Bob Miller, LA Kings Hall of Fame Broadcaster, Hospitalized

LOS ANGELES, CA — Longtime Los Angeles Kings announcer Bob Miller was hospitalized Saturday, hours before he was scheduled to work a live broadcast of the NHL All-Star Skills Competition at Staples Center

"Bob experienced some discomfort today and after consulting with medical professionals on site he was encouraged to go to the hospital as a precautionary measure," said Kings Senior Vice President of Communications Mike Altieri.

"He was taken to USC where tests are being performed. He was in good spirits."

The 78-year-old Miller underwent quadruple heart bypass surgery Feb. 2. He reduced his on-air role with the team this season, calling fewer road games.

Miller has been the voice of the Kings since 1973. He received the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award, presented annually by the NHL Broadcasters' Association for outstanding contributions to their profession and the game during their career in hockey broadcasting, in 2000, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2006, and is a member of the Southern California Broadcasters Hall of Fame. The press box at Staples Center is named after him.

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