Avast ye scurvy dogs! The Yankees be losin' their iconic voice, John Sterling. Batten down the hatches!
2024-04-15
Avast ye scallywags! 'Tis with heavy heart I announce the retirement of the legendary John Sterling, the voice of the New York Yankees. From this day forth, me heart be as empty as Davy Jones' locker without his hearty calls. Fair winds and following seas, matey!
Avast, ye scallywags! The legendary New York Yankees radio voice, John Sterling, be settin' sail into retirement waters, effective immediately as announced by the team on Monday. At 85 years old, the old sea dog be retirin' due to health concerns, according to The Athletic. The Yankees be honorin' him at Yankee Stadium on Saturday during their series with the Tampa Bay Rays.Sterling, in his partin' words, be sayin' he be a blessed soul to have broadcasted for 64 years, includin' 36 years with the Yankees. His signature calls like "Theeeeeee Yankees win" be a treasure to fans, as noted by WFAN, where he be makin' his mark.The Yankees be salutin' Sterling for his colorful personality and love for the game. Sterling's iconic calls like "It is high, it is far, it is gone!" be a part of Yankees lore, and his replacements, Justin Shackil and Emmanuel Berbari, be takin' over the airwaves.As Sterling sets his sails for retirement, the Yankees and fans alike be grateful for his years of service and passion for the game. The legacy of John Sterling be livin' on in the hearts of Yankees fans for generations to come. Fair winds and followin' seas to ye, John Sterling!