Announcer

**Legendary** CBC Play-By-Play Announcer Bob Cole’s Top Ten Classic Calls – Celebrating a Hockey Icon

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St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador mourns the loss of the iconic CBC play-by-play announcer Bob Cole, who passed away at the age of 90. For nearly five decades, Cole lent his voice to “Hockey Night in Canada,” showcasing his unique blend of enthusiasm, energy, and simplicity that elevated ordinary plays into unforgettable moments. His classic calls have etched themselves into the memories of hockey fans across generations. Cole’s legacy is defined by his ability to …

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Steelers Announcer Bill Hillgrove Retires After 30 Years: The Good, The Bad, and The Unforgettable Stories You Need to Hear!

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – After an illustrious career spanning 30 years as the play-by-play announcer for the Pittsburgh Steelers, Bill Hillgrove has announced his retirement. Hillgrove, who was handpicked for the job by late owner Dan Rooney, will be stepping away from his role with the Steelers but will continue to call University of Pittsburgh basketball and football games. Hillgrove’s journey began in 1994 when he took over as the play-by-play announcer for the Pittsburgh Steelers, …

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Chris Caray To Join NBC Sports California as Oakland Athletics New Play-By-Play Announcer

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SAN FRANCISCO, California – In a historic move, NBC Sports California has appointed Chris Caray as the new play-by-play announcer for live-game coverage of the Oakland Athletics. This announcement comes shortly after Jenny Cavnar was named the primary play-by-play voice for the network’s A’s coverage. Caray, a fourth-generation MLB announcer, is set to join Cavnar in the broadcast booth, bringing with him a wealth of experience in the field. Caray, who most recently worked with …

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Groundbreaking Female Announcer to Lead Oakland A’s Coverage in Historic MLB First!

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OAKLAND, Calif. – In a historic move for Major League Baseball, Jenny Cavnar has been named the primary play-by-play announcer for the Oakland Athletics by NBC Sports California. With 20 years of experience in the media industry and 17 years covering baseball, Cavnar is the first woman to hold this position in MLB history. She will be calling the majority of the A’s games, marking a significant milestone for women in sports broadcasting. For the …

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