TV job likely part of McHale's future

cpfsf · Post #1 » by **cpfsf** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 4:56 pm

http://www.postbulletin.com/newsmanager/templates/localnews_story.asp?z=22&a=404814

If deposed Timberwolves coach Kevin McHale elects to keep his hand in the NBA, his best opportunity might be in television. It is believed he already has been contacted by ABC/ESPN and TNT.

McHale spent two seasons working on Wolves telecasts before taking over the day-to-day basketball operations for the team in May 1995. A top-notch quote during his playing days with the Boston Celtics, McHale proved not only to be knowledgeable but also brought humor to the broadcasts, earning him rave reviews.

The best fit for McHale might be on TNT's much-praised studio show with Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith. Chris Webber also had a role on the show this season but was not full-time. TNT's show would require McHale only be present on Thursday nights during the regular season.

"As we do at the conclusion of our coverage for all our sports, we will take some time to review all areas of our production in an effort to improve them," said Jeff Behnke, TNT's senior vice president and executive producer.

john2jer · Post #2 » by **john2jer** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 5:00 pm

He was quality on the Wolves broadcasts.

I've always likened him to the Vince McMahon of the Wolves organization.

MN Die Hard · Post #3 » by **MN Die Hard** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 5:03 pm

I hope he winds up with TNT, in the studio. Him and Chuckster together would be pure gold.

jack612 · Post #4 » by **jack612** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 5:09 pm

I don't know about this. Remember that commercial they always used to show during games where he could barely say "business decisions"?

Post #5 » by **Basti** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 5:11 pm

Hoooooraaaaaaaaaaay! national exposure for the Sweater! awesome!

B Calrissian · Post #6 » by **B Calrissian** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 8:27 pm

I never thought of him as a great public speaker. But then again Barkley and Payton have jobs on tv.

Post #7 » by **Worm Guts** » Mon Jun 22, 2009 10:35 pm

McHale was great as a Wolves announcer, he was very funny. I'm not sure he'll be as good on national TV, they'd probably want him to tone down the goofiness.

deeney0 · Post #8 » by **deeney0** » Tue Jun 23, 2009 12:56 pm

Cheers is still making new episodes, eh?

Esohny · Post #9 » by **Esohny** » Tue Jun 23, 2009 1:02 pm

So is McHale Sam, or Woody?

mandurugo · Post #10 » by **mandurugo** » Tue Jun 23, 2009 1:27 pm

I just want him to recruit Kevin Harlan again and have that team take over wolves broadcasts again. Best team ever.