"Phil Rizzuto and Bill White, with an announcer to be named, will call it on WPIX-TV (Channel 11). The voices were unconfirmed for SportsChannel cable and a radio network originating with WABC (770)."
-The Complete Handbook of Baseball, 1986 Edition
"Yankee baseball will be broadcast for the 48th consecutive year in 1986. WPIX-TV, 11 Alive, will be the New York City television station for the 36th straight season. WABC, Talkradio 77 AM, is leading the Yankees radio network as the flagship station for sixth straight season. A network covering 12 states also participates in the Yankees' TV and radio coverage.
SportsChannel is the Yankees' pay cable television carrier for the eighth consecutive season in the tri-state area. And Yankee games will be broadcast in Latin America by Vene International Productions for the 17th straight season."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
PHIL RIZZUTO (WPIX)
"The one and only Scooter, the greatest shortstop in Yankees history, is celebrating his 30th anniversary of giving listeners the inside word on the Bronx Bombers. Phil's outgoing personality and lively banter have spiced up Yankee broadcasts since he started the job after ending his brilliant playing career.
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 1986 Yearbook
"Phil Rizzuto, the greatest shortstop in Yankee history, is in his 30th season as a Yankee broadcaster. The 1950 American League MVP moved to the booth immediately following his playing career (1941-56) in 1957."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
MEL ALLEN (SportsChannel)
"A living legend among broadcasters, Mel Allen returns for his eighth season with SportsChannel, the Yankees pay cable television carrier. The Voice of the Yankees from 1946 through 1964, Mel has long been recognized as one of the nation's top broadcasters. He is a member of Baseball's Hall of Fame."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"Mel Allen, the Voice of the Yankees, is back for his eighth season on cable. Mel, who broadcast Yankee games from 1939 to 1964, was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1978."
-1986 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 15 campaigns.
Bill's insight and frankness make it a treat for Yankee fans watching the game on television. Having Bill White in the booth guarantees a well-reported game."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"Bill White, former star first baseman with the Giants, Cardinals and Phillies (1956-69), who played in six All-Star Games and won seven Gold Gloves, is now in his 16th season with the Yankees."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
MICKEY MANTLE (SportsChannel)
"The one and only Mick is in his second year as a SportsChannel color commentator. Baseball fans everywhere know what Mickey Mantle has meant to baseball and today he remains a big part of the sport on a different level. In the booth, Mickey has found another area of baseball to excel in."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"Mel Allen is joined on SportsChannel for a second year by Yankee great Mickey Mantle. Mickey, who won three MVP awards and hit 536 homers, was inducted in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
JIM KAAT (WPIX)
"Pitching a record 25 seasons in the majors more than qualifies Jim Kaat as a knowledgeable broadcaster. The former Yankee ranks 23rd all-time in victories and his career spanned four decades.
Since his retirement in 1983, Jim has been working a mike for several sports broadcasting networks. He's glad to be with the Yankees again."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"Joining Phil and Bill in the WPIX booth this year is Jim Kaat. Kaat, former big leaguer who pitched in four decades, 1959-83, has recent broadcast experience with NBC, ESPN and Home Team Sports in Washington, DC."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
BOBBY MURCER (WABC)
"After spending a year in the Yankees' front office, former Yankee hero Bobby Murcer returns to broadcasting.
Bobby spent one and a half seasons behind the mike following his retirement in 1983, so he's no rookie when it comes to telling Yankee fans what's happening. Few people know the Yankee organization better."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"Bobby Murcer, former Yankee star outfielder, returns to the booth following a year in the Yankee front office as Assistant Vice-President."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
SPENCER ROSS (WABC)
"A familiar voice with New York sports fans, Spencer is in his second year as a member of the Yankee broadcast team. The Brooklyn native has covered games for virtually every team in New York. He'll join Bobby Murcer in the radio booth."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"Veteran Spencer Ross moves to the radio booth this season after joining the Yankee broadcast team in the TV booth last year."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
BILLY MARTIN (WPIX)
"One of the most popular players or managers to ever wear the pinstripes, Billy now has turned his expertise to television. He will lend his insight to television by analyzing upcoming action and reviewing key moments at the end of the game. He's as colorful as they come."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"Billy Martin, former Yankee player and manager, will also work some of the WPIX telecasts, handling pre and postgame chores."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
JOHN GORDON (WABC)
"In four years in the Yankee radio booth, John Gordon has gained the respect and admiration of many listeners. John is a well informed professional who tells fans everything they need to know and then some. Off the air, John is always digging up new information on the Yankees to pass on to listeners.
This year John will host the Yankees Magazine Pre-Game Show and the Yankees Post-Game Show."
-The New York Yankees Official 1986 Yearbook
"John Gordon, the Yankees Director of Television and Radio Relations, is in his fifth year with the Yankees and will handle the pre and postgame shows for WABC."
-1986 New York Yankees Information Guide
