Beloved radio voice of the New York Yankees, John Sterling, has passed away at 87.
Sterling’s booming voice was a part of Yankees culture for more than three decades. During his tenure from 1989 until his retirement in 2024, Sterling called 5,426 regular-season Yankees games and 225 in the postseason.
The Yankees shared a tribute to Sterling on X: “The Yankees mourn the loss of legendary broadcaster John Sterling. Our thoughts are with John’s family, friends and loved ones at this time.”
The Yankees mourn the loss of legendary broadcaster John Sterling. Our thoughts are with John’s family, friends and loved ones at this time. pic.twitter.com/1rCeRC1D61
— New York Yankees (@Yankees) May 4, 2026
“We pause today — along with millions of Yankees fans around the world — to recognize the passing of one of our own,” the Yankees said in a statement.
“John Sterling breathed life and excitement into Yankees games for 36 years while wearing his passion for baseball and the Yankees on his sleeve. He informed and entertained generations of fans with a theatrical and unapologetic style that was uniquely his own.”
“John treasured his role as the voice of the New York Yankees, and his enthusiasm for the art of broadcasting perfectly complemented our city and our fans. The symmetry between John and his audience was both undeniable and magical, and his signature calls will resonate for as long as we put on pinstripes — especially after every Yankees win.
“We send our heartfelt condolences to the entire Sterling family, as well as his long list of loved ones and friends.”
Tributes to Stirling included his distinctive voice making some of his most famous calls.
Watch:
Remembering the legendary John Sterling and some of his most famous calls
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— MLB (@MLB) May 4, 2026
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