It’s an interesting point. Local play by play and color guys certainly can add an almost family-like dimension to a game, especially good ones. We were fortunate to have Van Miller and Rick Jennerette (and while Ted Darling pre-dates my hockey fandom, I understand he also fit the bill).
On the other hand, I most likely won’t have the same nostalgia for Murphy and Tasker who, as an out of towner, I’ve had to grit my teeth through their mangled games on numerous occasions.
I don’t think the same sentiments apply to the current national crews, though. I’m of the opinion that the best of them are nothing more than part of the background, while the worst of them are nails on a chalkboard.