Paul Steigerwald: Calling Penguins games 'was my destiny'

It's time to step aside.

The overriding emotion is gratitude. First and foremost, I am thankful to God. I’m living a charmed life. Often, I stop and ask, “Why me?”

When I think of the amazing people I have met and befriended, the beautiful places I’ve been and the unforgettable moments I’ve shared, it's almost too good to be true.

I owe my broadcasting career and all those experiences to Mario Lemieux, without whom most of it would not have been possible.

I've been to Stockholm, Tokyo and Ireland. I have seen much of the United States and Canada because of my job. I've stayed in luxurious hotels, eaten in some of the best restaurants in the world and had more free time to smell the flowers than…