Sportsnet faces Saturday night challenge after Don Cherry departure

Details: Category: Canada News; Published Tuesday, November 12, 2019; CBC News

Sportsnet brass made the call to end Don Cherry's nearly four-decade run on Hockey Night in Canada's Coach's Corner after his rant over the weekend. Their next big decision may be even tougher.

With his bombast, insight, experience and over-the-top delivery, Cherry created an institution with his appearances on the popular Saturday evening segment.

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