Paul Douglas Morris

Paul Douglas Morris was a revered public-address announcer for the Toronto Maple Leafs at Maple Leaf Gardens, known for his distinctive, stately monotone voice that delivered game announcements for over three decades. His career spanned from 1964 until the closing of the Gardens in 1999, and he is particularly remembered for announcing the final game of the 1967 Stanley Cup, the last championship won by the Leafs. Morris's professionalism and calm demeanor during high-stakes moments earned him comparisons to the Wizard of Oz, as he provided a steady presence through many iconic moments in hockey history.