Who are the New York Yankees Announcers?

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New York Yankees announcers
New York Yankees

The New York Yankees, one of the most successful teams in Major League Baseball (MLB), were founded in 1901, and are located in the Bronx, New York City. As a member of the American League (AL) East Division, they compete at the highest level within MLB. The Yankees have reached the World Series 40 times, claiming victory in 27, more than any other franchise throughout MLB's history. Their latest championship title came in 2009.

Ownership resides with Yankee Global Enterprises, a limited liability company overseen by the family of George Steinbrenner who has since passed away. The current home field for the team is Yankee Stadium, which opened in 2009. In recognition of their iconic players, the Yankees have retired 22 jersey numbers, the highest among all MLB teams. The franchise boast a record-long winning streak of 19 games from 1947. They also hold a tally with 20 AL East Division titles and have won several championships - 40 American League pennants and 27 World Series wins, all standing as records within MLB. Moreover, they've claimed more titles than any other organization across all four major North American sports leagues.

New York Yankees Announcers

The New York Yankees have a highly experienced announcing team that provides comprehensive commentary and analysis throughout the season.

Here are some of the prominent announcers associated with the team:

Play-by-Play:

  • Michael Kay: The Yankees' primary play-by-play announcer on YES Network since 2002.

  • John Sterling: Longtime radio play-by-play voice on WFAN, calling Yankees games since 1989 with his unique home run calls.

  • Ryan Ruocco: Occasional play-by-play announcer, studio host, and reporter for Yankees broadcasts on YES Network.

Color Commentary:

  • David Cone: Former Yankees pitcher and Cy Young Award winner, serving as an analyst on YES Network, known for his detailed pitching insights.

  • Paul O’Neill: Former Yankees outfielder and five-time World Series champion, providing analysis on YES Network.

  • John Flaherty: Former Yankees catcher, providing expert analysis as an analyst on YES Network.

  • Suzyn Waldman: Radio color commentator on WFAN since 2005.

  • Ken Singleton: Former MLB outfielder and longtime Yankees analyst on YES Network.

Additional Analysts and Reporters:

  • Jack Curry: Yankees analyst and reporter for YES Network, providing in-depth pre-game and post-game analysis.

  • Bob Lorenz: Studio anchor for Yankees broadcasts on YES Network, he also hosts pre- and post-game shows.

  • Meredith Marakovits: YES Network's Yankees clubhouse reporter since 2012, delivering news and interviews from the field.

  • Nancy Newman: Host of "Yankees Batting Practice Today" and anchor for Yankees and Nets pre-and post-game shows.

  • Chris Shearn: Pre- and post-game host for Yankees and Nets on YES Network.

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New York Yankees Broadcasters

The New York Yankees games are broadcast on TV networks, streaming networks, and through radios to reach out to the fans through several mediums.

Here is the list of New York Yankees Broadcasters as of 2024:

Television (Cable) - YES Network

The YES (Yankees Entertainment and Sports) Network has been the primary cable broadcaster for New York Yankees games since 2002. As the most-watched regional sports network in the U.S., YES provides live coverage of the majority of Yankees games, as well as pre-and post-game analysis, interviews, and special Yankees programming.

Television (Streaming) - Amazon Prime

Amazon Prime Video became a streaming partner for the Yankees in 2021. The platform streams select Yankees games exclusively for Prime members, offering an alternative way to watch the team. The broadcast on Prime includes the same YES Network announcers, ensuring a consistent experience for viewers.

Radio - WFAN 660 AM / 101.9 FM:

WFAN is the flagship radio station for Yankees broadcasts, covering all regular-season and postseason games since 2014. Longtime Yankees announcers John Sterling (play-by-play) and Suzyn Waldman (color commentary) provide live commentary.

Spanish-Language Radio - WFAN y WADO 1280 AM:

WFAN y WADO 1280 AM is the radio channel for the Spanish fans of the New York Yankees who want to listen to play-by-play and color commentary in the Spanish language.

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FAQ's On New York Yankees Announcers

A. The New York Yankees were founded in 1901 as the Baltimore Orioles before moving to New York in 1903.

A. The Yankees have won 27 World Series championships, the most in Major League Baseball history.

A. Babe Ruth is the Yankees' all-time home run leader with 659 home runs during his time with the team.

A. Yankee Stadium has a seating capacity of 46,537.

A. As of 2024, Aaron Boone is the current manager of the New York Yankees.

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