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    • Jay Greenberg (journalist)

    American sports journalist (1950–2021)

    Jay Greenberg (1950[2] – 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

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    Greenberg was born and raised in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. He stated that growing up watching the Johnstown Jets made him a fan of hockey.[3][4]

    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.[3]

    Career

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    In his second year with the Star, Greenberg was assigned as a beat reporter on the Kansas City Scouts.[3][5] He covered the Scouts during their in