Longtime Maple Leafs executive, player agent and broadcaster Bill Watters dies at 83
Former Toronto Maple Leafs assistant general manager Bill Watters has died at the age of 83.
Bill Watters, a prominent figure in the world of hockey as an executive, player agent, and broadcaster, has passed away at the age of 83. He was laid to rest in his hometown of Orillia. Former teammate Mats Sundin expressed his fond memories of Watters, highlighting his impact as a player and a mentor. The Toronto Maple Leafs mourned the loss of a cherished colleague.
Watters began his career with the Maple Leafs in 1991, spending 12 seasons with the team. After transitioning from his role as a player agent, he found success in broadcasting, joining Joe Bowen in color commentary for Maple Leafs radio games. Watters' partnership with Bowen extended beyond the games, with Bowen describing him as a dear friend and a valuable teacher of the business of hockey.
His contributions were also noted in his role as co-host of various hockey-related programs on Rogers Sportsnet, AM 640 Toronto Radio, and Fan590.
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