Peter
Ruttgaizer
Resume / Portfolio
About Peter
A play-by-play announcer and broadcast host with over 20 years experience in the NHL, MLS, CFL, CEBL and more.
Peter gives his all to every play of every game he calls. Always well prepared, Peter does meticulous research before every event in order to bring the audience both an informed and entertaining insight into the action they are seeing.
Peter is available for opportunities involving professional sports play-by-play, live event hosting or freelance voiceover work. Peter also has some limited availability for guest appearances on television and radio as an expert pundit.
Experience
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2022 - 2023 Play-by-Play Announcer for the Montreal Canadiens (NHL) on TSN Radio 690AM.2022
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2020 - 2023 Play-by-Play Announcer for various CBC properties including the Canadian Elite Basketball League, World Cup Ski Cross, 3x3 Basketball (2021 Tokyo Summer Olympics) and Ski Cross/Snowboard Cross (2022 Beijing Winter Olympics).2020
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2016 - 2020 Play-by-Play Announcer for the Island Storm (NBL) in Charlottetown, PEI.2016
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2015 - 2022 Play-by-Play Announcer for various Atlantic University Sports TV properties including U-Sports Hockey, Football and Basketball.2015
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2015 - 2020 Broadcast Host, Reporter and Play-by-Play Announcer for the Charlottetown Islanders (QMJHL) in Charlottetown, PEI.2015
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2012 Nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Live Sports Event Program by the New York Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences2012
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2011 - 2014 Broadcast Host and Reporter for Madison Square Garden Network in New York City, NY. Worked for the New York Islanders (NHL).2011
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2007 - 2011 Broadcast Host and Reporter for Altitude Sports & Entertainment in Denver, Colorado. Worked primarily with the Colorado Avalanche (NHL) as well as with the Coloradio Rapids (MLS).2007
Cover letter
After seven successful seasons as a National Hockey League studio host and reporter, first for the Colorado Avalanche and then the New York Islanders, I reached new heights by becoming the lead play-by-play announcer for an NHL franchise: the legendary Montreal Canadiens.
Before my stint in Montreal, I honed my craft calling games in places like the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and Atlantic University Sports. The years I have spent under the learning tree of such legendary broadcasters as Howie Rose, Stan Fischler, George Matthews and NHL Hall of Famer Jiggs McDonald have been put to use, not only in my work for the Canadiens, but also, as the lead play-by-play broadcaster for the Canadian Elite Basketball League and for World and Olympic skiing and snowboarding.
My goal has always been to help illustrate the action and narrate the story of a game for the viewers/listeners at large. I offer a skilled, experienced, well-researched, professional and diverse voice to your organization and hope that we can work together to bring entertainment and excitement to your team’s loyal fans.
Gallery
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- Courtside on CEBL Championship Weekend
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- Calling the action with Joe Raso
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- At the commentary position with Joe Raso
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- Pre-game with Joe Raso and Amy Audibert for CBC Sports
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- With CEBL star Kyle Alexander
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- With CEBL producer Dan Gladman and the CEBL Championship Trophy
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- With NHL Hall of Famer Teemu Selanne
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- Meeting with Winnipeg Jets legend Teppo Numminen
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- Centre court with CEBL broadcast team Amy Audibert, Joe Raso and producer Dan Gladman
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- Meeting Seattle Kraken radio play-by-play announcer Everett Fitzhugh