Les Grobstein - Chicago Sports Broadcast Icon

Chicago Sports Broadcast icon, Les Grobstein, passed away suddenly in his home on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at the age of 69.

 

Playfully known as "The Grobber" to listeners, Les Grobstein has been a staple on 670 The Score, where he has been a regular on-air in overnights since 2009. Grobstein's deep well of sports knowledge, experience and passion earned him the loyalty and love of listeners throughout Chicago.

 

Grobstein was a Chicago native and Columbia College graduate, beginning his career as a Northwestern Basketball commentator in 1970. Spending his career in sports, Les worked as an announcer for various sports teams, a reporter for Sportsphone Chicago, as the Sports Director at WLS 890-AM and as a reporter for WMVP-1000, before settling into his long-time home with 670 The Score.

 

He is survived by his long-time partner, Kathy, and son, Scott.

 

All funds raised go to directly support the family in processing the sudden and tragic loss of Les.

This GoFundMe was set up at the request of Les' family. All funds raised go directly to Scott Grobstein.