Because I thoroughly enjoy it.
First, I should get out of the way that I do not despise Michael Kay like many here do. Yes, I know that hes a Yankee homer and dont always agree with his opinions. But I look at him as kind of a dork who absolutely loves baseball and knows practically everything about the team he likes. Despite the homerism, I dony get the vitriol with which people talk about him because like him or not, he knows his stuff and knows the game better than many many announcers out there. His back n forths with Paul O'Neill are funny and I actually like how he points out the correct scoring on plays that end in ways that are uncommon. His phobias and aversions to things make me laugh.
I find myself laughing quite often during the show. For years even when Francesa was around I preferred it over 660. They talk about all sports and big games. LaGrecas rants can be priceless. The hate for Peter Rosenberg is fairly unfounded. Hes pretty funny as well and has his role. Everybody does. LaGreca is the rabid fan of his teams who has serious hang ups about other teams (especially rivals), fans and philosophies. Kay is the resident sports nerd as I had mentioned but knows the biggest team in his market inside and out. Rosenberg is kind of representing the casual sports fan who is vastly more in tune with pop culture in general (the way more common sports fan) and takes advantage of the other two's ignorance of that to poke fun at them.
Was just curious if I am that far off the norm as to what BBI thinks.
I can see the arrogance thing. Comparing it to Carton is a bit unfair. Carton was just a shit. I literally wanted to punch Craig Carton in the face whenever I heard him. Rosenberg is just kinda that cocky little guy who everybody likes who sucks at all sports.
I just cant understand being so off on this. Haha
But leGreca is nothing special, at all. In fact, Don is boring imo.
Rosenberg is what makes it completely and utterly intolerable
I recognize that. I also think it adds to the show because hes so awkward about it.
Robbie, his interview with Parcells today was awesome. He didnt defer to either NY football team. He asked about the draft process in general....just very good hearing Bill answer the right questions.
Too many broadcasters don’t have the voice for broadcasting. They talk too loud at times and get too wordy at other times. Less is more.
In contrast, I love John sterling. Fully aware of his act but he’s just got the voice for it. He’s soothing to me. Go figure.
Lol, its all good. Costas is like that for me.
I do love David cone and everyone else in the booth. Overall I think Yes coverage is fantastic. I’ll deal...
See, everybody mentions the Mets crew. I dont get it. The broadcast is kinda boring and Darling, while I respect the guy, sounds like he has cotton balls in his mouth while he is doing the game
But I swear, Michael Kay is as obsessed about Phil Jackson as he is about his wife, Jodi.
the show is on from 3-7. What scores and updates are you planning on getting in that time frame? Also if you haven't seen or heard the scores from the night before by 3 the next day, you really don't care enough about those games
Please explain. You seem pretty angry about so I’m assuming you have some insight. He’s Steinbrenner plant, exactly how? What’s the story behind your foaming at the mouth over an announcer?
The voice thing must go a long way with me. I like joe buck too. He’s an easy target too for most fans.
+1
And yet, felt compelled to open the thread and share that pearl of insight.
Too many broadcasters don’t have the voice for broadcasting. They talk too loud at times and get too wordy at other times. Less is more.
In contrast, I love John sterling. Fully aware of his act but he’s just got the voice for it. He’s soothing to me. Go figure.
Don't care for Kay either as a broadcaster. Annoying scratchy voice, tries to be hip, and a lame eyerolling c'ya home run call.
He ain't no Bob f***ing Ueker, funny, mellow smooth voice, and an awesome homrun call.
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George Steinbrenners plant. He has Steinbrenners shit on his neck
Please explain. You seem pretty angry about so I’m assuming you have some insight. He’s Steinbrenner plant, exactly how? What’s the story behind your foaming at the mouth over an announcer?
Prior to his TV career, Kay covered the Yankees for the Post and the News and is widely regarded to have been the mouthpiece of more than a few hit pieces from the Steinbrenners about players. That has carried over into his radio career, where he's definitely a shill for ownership.
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In comment 13954974 Victor in CT said:
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George Steinbrenners plant. He has Steinbrenners shit on his neck
Please explain. You seem pretty angry about so I’m assuming you have some insight. He’s Steinbrenner plant, exactly how? What’s the story behind your foaming at the mouth over an announcer?
Prior to his TV career, Kay covered the Yankees for the Post and the News and is widely regarded to have been the mouthpiece of more than a few hit pieces from the Steinbrenners about players. That has carried over into his radio career, where he's definitely a shill for ownership.
Thanks Bobby. Had some family issues to take care and had to drop off.