Top voices in New York, mostly born after World War II; Formats always change

Dave Sims always wanted to break into the broadcasting and/or radio. He’s  always spirited and but TV. He was raised in Philly, and moved to New York. 

Sims arrived in Seattle, Washington. And eventually in time, he was accepted. 

“Anyone listening to Saturday’s game on WFAN heard my voice on its way out,” Sims wrote on X. “No amount of gargling, inhaling steam, hot tea with honey, or chicken soup has made the difference. First time laryngitis sent me to the IL in my 23 years calling baseball. Bummed to miss the rubber match of the Subway Series I. Go Yankees!”

Still alive and active

Kenny Albert A miracle man, he knows knows his stuff 

Marv Albert  “Yes!” In retirement now 

Mike Breen When he is on his game he’s infallible

Gary Cohen A man in command, never. never mistake  

Ian Eagle Still pushing for perfection with NCAA’s

Mike Emrick Mike was terrific, locally and nationally 

Michael Kay Started with Sterling on radio

Bob Papa A gentleman and liked by the fans

Howie Rose Known for baseball and hockey broadcasts  

Sam Rosen Through 40 years with the Rangers, he also did the NFL for Fox

Spencer Ross Most identified with the Nets, Jets and Yanks  

John Sterling He’s a character, who gave it his all

Suzyn Waldman From the stage to the Yanks, not bad! 

Bob Wischusen He’s got 23 seasons with the club

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• We go to ESPN’s Mike Breen. We always appreciate his effort and his time in game. Bottom line, Mike’s is as good as they come.

• Breen, Mark Jackson and Jeff Van Gundy were always different, strong and entertaining.

• The eye scan will keep the scars. Mike Breen must have overwhelmed after watching the Knicks-Pacers game on Wednesday. The club is now suffering through melancholy.

• Reggie Miller worked with Kevin Harlan, impossible threes, one after another.

I feel for Breen. He’s a good fellow. By happenstance, ESPN now has Minnesota-Oklahoma City. It’s turned into a lachrymose experience for the Knicks. At least, there’s still an opportunity.