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John Sterling honored by Yankees for 36 seasons and 5,631 games as radio voice

NEW YORK (AP) — After 36 seasons as the voice of the New York Yankees, John Sterling needed just 90 seconds to say goodbye. Sterling was honored with an on-field ceremony before Saturday’s 2-0, 10-inning loss to Tampa Bay, five days after the 85-year-old broadcaster announced his retirement 2 1/2 weeks into the season. Flanked by his family, Sterling received gifts that included a jersey with No. 5,631 for his games total, and then addressed the…

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Yanks honor Sterling for 36 years as radio voice

John Sterling's time as the voice of the Yankees, a memorable 36-year run to conclude a 64-year career, officially ended Saturday at Yankee Stadium.

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John Sterling was honored during an on-field ceremony following his retirement as a New York Yankees broadcaster for 36 seasons. Sterling, who turns 86 on July 4, was presented a jersey with No. …

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John Sterling honored by Yankees for 36 seasons and 5,631 games as radio voice

John Sterling was honored during an on-field ceremony following his retirement as a New York Yankees broadcaster for 36 seasons. Sterling, who turns 86 on July 4, was presented a

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