Rangers broadcaster John Giannone revealed on Tuesday that he had actually been detected with prostate cancer.
Giannone, who works as the studio host and press reporter on Rangers broadcasts on MSG Networks, exposed the medical diagnosis throughout the pregame program ahead of Tuesday’s video game versus destiny, which was likewise Hockey Fights Cancer Night at Madison Square Garden.
“A month back today I was identified with prostate cancer,” he exposed on air. “It followed a regular annual physical. An increased blood test that resulted in an MRI and after that lastly a biopsy that produced the medical diagnosis.”
John Giannone of MSG Networks presents New York Rangers gamers as they come to the blue carpet prior to the home opener versus the Tampa Bay Lightning at Madison Square Garden on October 11, 2022. NHLI through Getty Images
The broadcaster explained his diagnosis as “exceptional” and stated that his treatment to eliminate the cancer had actually currently gotten underway.
Giannone has actually operated at MSG Networks because 2002 as a studio host and press reporter and has actually completed on celebration doing play-by-play for Rangers television voice Sam Rosen.
“MSG Networks and the New York Rangers stand with John, and we are happy that he selected ‘Hockey Fights Cancer’ Night to share his story and motivate others to get checked early,” the network stated in a declaration supplied to The Post.
The veteran broadcaster called the assistance he’s gotten following the medical diagnosis “frustrating” from his household, pals and associates.
Giannone likewise offered an unique shoutout to fellow broadcaster and previous NHL goaltender Steve Valiquette for his assistance.
“Steve actually got the ball and existed from the extremely first minute to assist promote for sped up care,” he stated. “Steven made all the distinction worldwide to me. I’ll be permanently grateful and it truly is what tonight is everything about.”
Valiquette, who was likewise part of Tuesday’s broadcast, stated that he “would go through any wall” for Giannone.
Before making the relocate to broadcasting, Giannone had actually hung out working as a sports author’ that included an approximately six-year stint with The Post covering the Islanders, Jets and Giants in addition to other tasks.
Tuesday’s Hockey Fights Cancer Night belongs to a yearly NHL effort that reveals assistance for cancer clients and their households.
