The New York Yankees are among the most prestigious sports franchises in the world. It’s no coincidence then that they’re leaving no stone unturned when it comes to their search for a new radio play-by-play broadcaster. The Yanks may soon make a decision following the conclusion of the 2024 season.
The New York Post reported the Yankees are narrowing the candidates to become their full-time radio voice. Among the finalists is current Yankees broadcaster Rickie Ricardo, who was among the group that replaced John Sterling this season following his abrupt retirement in April.
Ricardo has experience doing both English and Spanish-language broadcasts and simultaneously worked with the Philadelphia Phillies along with the Yankees this season.
Another finalist is Seattle Mariners television broadcaster Dave Sims. Sims is “strongly in the mix” for the job, a source told The Post. He is about to conclude his 16th season with the Mariners.
It was previously reported this week that Sims interviewed for the position over the summer. The 71-year-old worked for WFAN, the flagship station of the Yankees, as a radio host in the 1980s.
It’s anticipated that the Yankees will wait to announce their decision until after the season. New York is in first place in the AL East and atop the American League standings with 10 days left in the regular season.
Yankees say goodbye to John Sterling
The Yankees and their fans already thought they’d bid John Sterling farewell for good in April when the longtime radio broadcaster retired. He’ll be back for one last hurrah in the playoffs after reaching a deal with the Yankees and WFAN a few weeks ago.
