I'm a sports media personality with 20+ years of experience in radio and television, as well as podcasting. I've anchored numerous programs across different sports, and I write and edit scripts for broadcasts. I'm known for a friendly, engaging on-air presence and a knack for storytelling that resonates with sports fans. In my current roles, I contribute across Sirius XM NHL Network Radio, Sirius XM Canada Talks, Fired Up Network, and The Hockey Writers, while also running podcasts and content projects. I love collaborating with teams to deliver compelling sports content and bringing fans closer to the action.

Ryan M. Paton

I'm a sports media personality with 20+ years of experience in radio and television, as well as podcasting. I've anchored numerous programs across different sports, and I write and edit scripts for broadcasts. I'm known for a friendly, engaging on-air presence and a knack for storytelling that resonates with sports fans. In my current roles, I contribute across Sirius XM NHL Network Radio, Sirius XM Canada Talks, Fired Up Network, and The Hockey Writers, while also running podcasts and content projects. I love collaborating with teams to deliver compelling sports content and bringing fans closer to the action.

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I’m a sports media personality with 20+ years of experience in radio and television, as well as podcasting. I’ve anchored numerous programs across different sports, and I write and edit scripts for broadcasts. I’m known for a friendly, engaging on-air presence and a knack for storytelling that resonates with sports fans.

In my current roles, I contribute across Sirius XM NHL Network Radio, Sirius XM Canada Talks, Fired Up Network, and The Hockey Writers, while also running podcasts and content projects. I love collaborating with teams to deliver compelling sports content and bringing fans closer to the action.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Host, The Hot Stove at Sirius XM NHL Network Radio
December 1, 2012 - November 14, 2025
Host of 'The Hot Stove' on Sirius XM NHL Network Radio Channel 91; fill-in host as needed.
Host, Sports Talk Today at Sirius XM Canada Talks
November 1, 2015 - November 14, 2025
Host a daily sports show 'Sports Talk Today' (Ch.167); write, voice, produce, and edit content for 'Scoreboard' (Ch.172).
Co-host at Sirius XM Canada Talks
October 1, 2021 - November 14, 2025
Co-host of the podcast 'Pucks in 7'.
Writer at The Hockey Writers
February 1, 2023 - November 14, 2025
Wrote weekly articles covering the Seattle Kraken.
Host at Fired Up Network Inc.
December 1, 2021 - November 14, 2025
Host of 'North/South'.
Sports Anchor/Host at The Score Television Network
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2007
Hosted daily and nightly television shows on the Score Television Network including Score Today, Score Weekend, Diamond surfing, WWE Experience, NFL Blitz and the Canadian Baseball League; anchored live broadcasts and in-field reporting; CIS Football Play-by-Play Announcer/Sideline Reporter; In-Suite Sports Reporter; Wrote highlight packs.
In-studio Host at Rogers Television
September 1, 2007 - September 1, 2007
In-studio host of the Toronto Blue Jays post-game show.
Volunteer at CTV Sports
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Volunteered during CTV's coverage of the du Maurier Open at Glen Abbey Golf Club.
News, Weather, and Sports Announcer at CHRW Western Radio
April 1, 1997 - April 1, 1997
News, weather, and sports announcer during the morning newscasts.
Host, The Hot Stove at Sirius XM NHL Network Radio
December 1, 2012 - November 17, 2025
Host of 'The Hot Stove' on Sirius XM NHL Network Radio Channel 91; fill-in host when needed.
Host, Sports Talk Today at Sirius XM Canada Talks
November 1, 2015 - November 17, 2025
Host a daily sports show 'Sports Talk Today' on channel 167; write, voice, produce, and edit content for 'Scoreboard' on channel 172.
Co-Host at Sirius XM Canada Talks
October 1, 2021 - November 17, 2025
Co-Host of the podcast 'Pucks in 7' (NHL).
Writer at The Hockey Writers
February 1, 2023 - November 17, 2025
Write weekly articles covering the Seattle Kraken.
Host at Fired Up Network Inc.
December 1, 2021 - November 17, 2025
Host of 'North/South'.
Volunteer at CTV Sports
August 1, 1997 - August 1, 1997
Volunteered during CTV's coverage of the du Maurier Open at Glen Abbey Golf Club.
Host at Sirius XM NHL Network Radio
December 1, 2012 - Present
Host of 'The Hot Stove' on Sirius XM NHL Network Radio Channel 91; fill-in host when needed.
Host at Sirius XM Canada Talks
November 1, 2015 - Present
Host a daily sports show called 'Sports Talk Today' (Channel 167).
Content Writer / Voice / Producer / Editor at Sirius XM NHL Network Radio
December 1, 2012 - Present
Write, voice, produce, and edit content for 'Scoreboard' (Channel 172).
Co-Host (Podcast) at Sirius XM NHL Network Radio
October 1, 2021 - Present
Co-Host of the podcast 'Pucks in 7'.
Sports Anchor/Host at The Score Television Network
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2007
Hosted daily and nightly television shows on the Score Television Network including Score Today, Score Weekend, Diamond Surfing, WWE Experience, NFL Blitz and the Canadian Baseball League; Anchored live broadcasts and in-field reporting.
CIS Football Play-by-Play Announcer / Sideline Reporter at The Score Television Network
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2007
Provided commentary for Canadian University Football games as well as reporting during the games.
In-Suite Sports Reporter at The Score Television Network
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2007
Wrote and voiced highlight packs on a daily/nightly basis.
News, Weather, and Sports Announcer at CHRW Western Radio
September 1, 1996 - April 30, 1997
News, weather, and sports announcer during the morning newscasts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Huron College, University of Western Ontario
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
Ontario Scholar at Appleby College
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1993
B.A in Political Science at Huron College, University of Western Ontario
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
Ontario Scholar at Appleby College
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1993
B.A. in Political Science at Huron College, University of Western Ontario
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
Ontario Scholar at Appleby College
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1993

Qualifications

Ontario Scholar
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1993

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Telecommunications, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet