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Yankees' Legendary Voice John Sterling Dies at 87
4 May
Summary
- John Sterling, voice of the Yankees for 36 years, passed away Monday at 87.
- He called 5,631 Yankees games, including eight World Series appearances.
- Sterling's tenure covered iconic Yankees eras and players like Jeter and Rivera.
John Sterling, the iconic voice of the New York Yankees for over three decades, passed away on Monday at the age of 87. Sterling served as the team's play-by-play announcer from 1989 until his retirement in 2024, a remarkable 36-year run.
During his tenure, he called an astounding 5,631 Yankees games, witnessing eight World Series appearances and becoming known as "The Voice of the Yankees." His career perfectly encapsulated one of the franchise's most successful periods, as he broadcast every game of Derek Jeter's career and every pitch from Mariano Rivera.
Sterling's bombastic style and memorable catchphrases earned him widespread recognition, including a nomination to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. He was present for significant milestones, such as Aaron Judge's record-breaking 62nd home run in 2022, and his voice became intrinsically linked to the Yankees' five championship victories from 1996 to 2009.
