Category: Columnist
Jessica Mendoza: Earning respect of the old baseball guard by hard work, focus and determination
UPDATE: In February, 2020, it was announced that Mendoza would not return to ESPN’s Sunday […]
Sweet 16: Baseball’s all-time ‘Franchise Tag’ announcers – forever their team’s Voice!
MLB team announcers who merit ‘Franchise Tags’ – Names inextricably linked with the franchises they […]
Most cherished, all-time, same market, play-by-play pairs
As promised, we’re recognizing the top market pairs ever. This is the baker’s dozen […]
Broadcaster Ted Enberg faces his First Father’s Day without his legendary dad, Dick Enberg
For the last paragraph in the last chapter of his new book, “Being Ted Williams: […]
Tears of Appreciation: Costas, Enberg, Glickman, Scully and Joe Tait
My mother, bless her heart, has a love for old classical music. When listening to […]
Jim Paige, Who Inspired My Sportscasting Pursuit, Now Suffering From ALS
“I’m a little slower…but I’m still moving,” says Jim Paige, who has many loved ones supporting him.
ESPN’s Linda Cohn: Longest Tenured Woman Anchor on Network TV
Cohn is among the top 5 women all-time with Mary Carillo, Suzy Kolber, Robin Roberts, and Lesley Visser.
The NHL’s Mike Emrick: A Rapid-Fire Version of Dick Enberg
“With 90 percent of the players in visors, it’s hard to find something to hit.”
The 5 All-Time Top Play-By-Play Announcers in America’s 10 Biggest Markets
Based on marketplace merit, durability, edge, warmth, artistic contribution, distinction and style.
After 34 Straight Final Fours, Billy Packer Hasn’t Attended A Basketball Game in 10 Years!
“I’d rather watch practice…I couldn’t name one player today on Kentucky’s team.”
Dick Enberg: Grace was his Middle Name
Dick Enberg’s sudden death last month marked the passing of a broadcast throwback and announcing giant.