"Yankee baseball will be broadcast for the 50th consecutive season in 1988. WPIX-TV (Channel 11) will be the New York City television outlet for the 38th straight season, while WABC Radio (770 AM) is leading the Yankee radio network as the flagship station for the eighth straight year. A network covering 12 states also participates in the Yankees' TV and radio coverage.
SportsChannel is the Yankee pay cable television outlet for the tenth straight year in the tri-state area, and Yankee games will also be broadcast in Spanish to Latin America for the 19th straight season. These comprehensive broadcast outlets insure that Yankee baseball will be one of the most widely available sports events in the country.
The popular duo of Phil Rizzuto and Bill White will handle the club's telecasts on WPIX, Hank Greenwald and Tommy Hutton will pair on the club's broadcasts on WABC, while Ken Harrelson will handle the microphone duties on the club's cablecasts on SportsChannel, and will be joined by former Yankee great Mickey Mantle on selected cablecasts."
-1988 New York Yankees Information Guide
PHIL RIZZUTO (WPIX)
"The one and only Scooter, the greatest shortstop in Yankees history, is in his 32nd year of giving viewers the inside word on the Bronx Bombers. Phil's outgoing personality and lively banter have spiced up Yankees broadcasts since he started the job after ending his brilliant career on the playing field.
He never rests while at work and that dedication shows during broadcasts. Simply put, the Scooter on the air means fun for the fans."
-The New York Yankees Official 1988 Yearbook
"Phil Rizzuto, the greatest shortstop in Yankee history, is in his 32nd season as a Yankee broadcaster. The 1950 American League MVP moved into the broadcast booth immediately following his playing career (1941-56) in 1957, giving him 48 consecutive seasons affiliated with the Yankees."
-1988 New York Yankees Information Guide
BILL WHITE (WPIX)
"Having shown his smarts on the playing field for 13 major league seasons, Bill White has continued to do the same in the Yankees broadcast booth for the past 17 campaigns.
Bill's insight and frankness make it a treat for Yankees fans watching the game on television. Having Bill White in the booth guarantees a well-reported game."
-The New York Yankees Official 1988 Yearbook
"Bill White, former star first baseman with the Giants, Cardinals and Phillies (1956-69), who also played in six All-Star Games and won seven Gold Gloves, is now in his 18th season broadcasting Yankee baseball."
-1988 New York Yankees Information Guide
TOMMY HUTTON (WABC)
"This is Tommy Hutton's second season as a Yankees radio broadcaster. After spending 17 years in pro ball, the former infielder turned to broadcasting in 1981 as a regular on the Montreal Expos broadcasts.
Tommy now brings his upbeat manner and knowledge of the game to the attention of Yankee fans. He works alongside Hank Greenwald in the WABC Radio booth."
-The New York Yankees Official 1988 Yearbook
"Tommy Hutton is in his second season on the Yankee broadcast team after spending the previous five seasons as a broadcaster for the Montreal Expos. Before beginning his announcing career, he spent 12 seasons as a first baseman for the Dodgers, Phillies, Blue Jays and Expos."
-1988 New York Yankees Information Guide
HANK GREENWALD (WABC)
"Hank Greenwald starts his second campaign as a Yankees radio voice, but he's no stranger to baseball broadcasts. In his 31 years of broadcasting, Hank has covered football, basketball and baseball and is most noted for his seven years of service as the voice of the San Francisco Giants.
His love of the game and endless enthusiasm has already endeared him to Yankees listeners over WABC Radio."
-The New York Yankees Official 1988 Yearbook
"Hank Greenwald starts his second season as a Yankee radio announcer, but is no stranger to baseball broadcasts. He spent the previous eight years as the television and radio voice of the San Francisco Giants and has handled the play-by-play of such varied events as Golden State Warriors and University of San Francisco basketball and Syracuse University football."
-1988 New York Yankees Information Guide
BOBBY MURCER (SPORTSCHANNEL)
"After spending 1987 as a Yankees batting instructor, Bobby Murcer returns to his favorite duty as a Yankees broadcaster on SportsChannel, the club's cable affiliate.
Bobby left his playing days behind in 1983 to begin a career in broadcasting. He was in the booth for the second half of that season and again in 1986.
Few people know the Yankees organization better than Bobby Murcer."
-The New York Yankees Official 1988 Yearbook
KEN HARRELSON (SPORTSCHANNEL)
"One of the most colorful personalities in baseball, the Hawk is in his second season as a SportsChannel broadcaster.
Before he came to New York, Harrelson was Executive Vice-President of Baseball Operations for the White Sox. He also spent 10 years broadcasting White Sox and Red Sox games following a nine-year major league career.
The Hawk really knows how to make a baseball game an entertaining experience."
-The New York Yankees Official 1988 Yearbook
"Ken 'Hawk' Harrelson, one of the most colorful personalities in baseball returns for his second season after serving as Executive Vice-President, Baseball Operations for the Chicago White Sox. He also spent 10 years broadcasting White Sox and Red Sox games following a nine-year major league career that was highlighted by helping the Red Sox to the American League pennant in 1967."
-1988 New York Yankees Information Guide
MICKEY MANTLE (SPORTSCHANNEL)
"Mickey Mantle, one of the greatest and most popular players in major league history, is back for his third season on selected SportsChannel cablecasts. Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1974, he holds countless Yankee team records and is a three-time MVP selection.
Mickey's presence in the booth is a very welcome sight for the Yankee faithful."
-The New York Yankees Official 1988 Yearbook
"Mickey Mantle, one of the greatest and most popular players in major league history, returns for his third season on selected SportsChannel cablecasts. Elected to the Hall of Fame in 1974, he holds countless Yankee team records and is a three-time Most Valuable Player selection, including 1956 when he won the Triple Crown."
-1988 New York Yankee Information Guide
