"Frank Messer, Phil Rizzuto, Bill White and Bobby Murcer share duties on a TV network headed by WPIX-TV (Channel 11), while Mel Allen joins them in describing the action for SportsChannel cable. John Gordon joins Messer, Rizzuto and White on a radio network originating with WABC (770)."
-The Complete Handbook of Baseball, 1985 Edition
BILL WHITE (WPIX, WABC)
"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 14 campaigns.
Bill's insight and frankness make it a treat for any Yankee fan listening on the air waves or watching the game on television. Having Bill White in the booth guarantees a well-reported game."
-The New York Yankees Official 1985 Yearbook
FRANK MESSER (WPIX, WABC)
"Having been in the broadcast business for 31 years, you'd think Frank Messer would be tired of sitting behind a microphone, but nothing could be further from the truth. Frank's enthusiasm seems to grow more each year.
This is Frank's 18th season with the Yankees after having spent four years with the Baltimore Orioles. His eagerness to inform listeners and viewers remains second to none."
-The New York Yankees Official 1985 Yearbook
PHIL RIZZUTO (WPIX, WABC)
"The one and only Scooter, the greatest shortstop in Yankees history, is in his 29th season 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 fantastic playing career.
He never rests while at work, and that dedication shows during broadcasts. Simply put, the Scooter in the booth means fun for the fans."
-The New York Yankees Official 1985 Yearbook
JOHN GORDON (WABC)
"After only three 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.
Again this year John will host the Yankees Magazine Pre-Game Show before every Yankees broadcast."
-The New York Yankees Official 1985 Yearbook
MEL ALLEN (SportsChannel)
"A living legend among broadcasters, Mel Allen returns for his seventh 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 1985 Yearbook
SPENCER ROSS (WPIX)
"The newest member of the Yankees broadcasting team is Spencer Ross.
Spencer is no stranger to New York listeners, having been heard regularly in the metropolitan area since 1967. The Brooklyn native has covered games for virtually every team in New York and now brings his baseball expertise to the Bronx."
-The New York Yankees Official 1985 Yearbook
