Sport Alain Crete - 98.5 Montréal
Sport Alain Crete
www.985fm.caHere’s the latest I can confirm about Alain Crête:
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Alain Crête has publicly announced his retirement from television after a long career with RDS. His final Canadiens game aired on April 14, 2026, with further World Championship coverage planned before he leaves the network [sources indicate retirement confirmations and end-of-term coverage in spring 2026].[1][3][4]
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The retirement marks the end of a 30+ year tenure as a prominent studio host and on-air figure for Canadiens broadcasts, with discussions surrounding who might replace him following his departure.[3][4]
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Context around timing: Crête indicated he would continue to appear for World Championship assignments in May 2026 and then retire after the 2025-26 season, aligning with the end of the NHL broadcasting contract cycle discussed in coverage.[4][3]
If you’d like, I can compile a brief timeline of Crête’s career highlights and provide links to the key articles for verification.