Jay Greenberg

Jay Greenberg (1950 – August 12, 2021) was an American sports journalist. During his career, he has worked for The Kansas City Star, Philadelphia Daily News, the Philadelphia Bulletin, Toronto Sun, and New York Post.

In 2013, Greenberg was awarded the Elmer Ferguson Memorial Award by the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Early life and education Greenberg was born and raised in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. He stated that growing up watching the Johnstown Jets made him a fan of hockey.

Greenberg attended Westmont Hilltop High School before attending the University of Missouri. After graduating from the University of Missouri, Greenberg began working at The Kansas City Star. He covered the Scouts during their inaugural season. However, his time at the Star was short-lived as in 1975 Greenberg was hired by the Philadelphia Bulletin as the Philadelphia Flyers beat reporter. and was awarded the Elmer Ferguson Memorial Award by the Hockey Hall of Fame.

Personal life Greenberg and his wife, Mona, were married for 44 years and were the parents of two daughters, Stephanie and Elizabeth. He died at his home in Englishtown, New Jersey, on August 12, 2021, from complications of West Nile virus.

Publications The following is a list of publications: Philadelphia Flyers at 50: the story of the iconic hockey club and its top 50 heroes, wins & events (2016) Gordie Howe's Son (2014) Full Spectrum: the Complete History of The Philadelphia Flyers Hockey Club (1996) NHL, the world of professional hockey (1981)