John Sterling, beloved New York Yankees announcer, dies at 87
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- John Sterling, the iconic voice of the New York Yankees for 36 seasons, passed away at age 87, as announced by WFAN radio on May 4.
- Sterling was renowned for his signature home run calls and his famous victory chant, "YANKEES WIN! THAAAAAAAA YANKEES WIN!" during the team's late 1990s championship run.
- The Yankees expressed heartfelt condolences, praising Sterling's passionate and theatrical broadcasting style that endeared him to generations of fans.
- Sterling's career spanned multiple sports and cities before becoming synonymous with the Yankees, where he called over 5,000 consecutive games and 24 postseason appearances.
- Fellow Yankees legends, including Alex Rodriguez and Bernie Williams, paid tribute to Sterling, highlighting his lasting impact on the team and its fanbase.
