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Aug 14, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets radio broadcaster Howie Rose (left) talks to team owner Steve Cohen on the field before a ceremony to honor first baseman Pete Alonso (not pictured) for breaking the Mets all time home run record before a game against the Atlanta Braves at Citi Field.

Mets radio voice Howie Rose cuts road games from his schedule

"If you could parachute me into the booth...without dealing with traffic and preparation and everything else, then I’d go indefinitely"

By Brandon Contes OnFeb 19, 2026 0
Jun 10, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil (1) and field reporter Steve Gelbs reacts after being doused by third baseman Brett Baty (7) after McNeil's game winning hit against the Washington Nationals in the tenth inning at Citi Field.

How Steve Gelbs overcame his fear of play-by-play to become Gary Cohen’s Mets backup

"It's just been a really cool challenge at this stage in my career."

By Sam Neumann OnNov 19, 2025 0
Howie Rose, the voice of the Mets and past voice of both the Rangers and Islanders, will celebrate 50 years in radio on WFAN Monday. Photo Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Howie Rose knows retirement is near: ‘I’m not gonna do it much longer’

"I hope and expect to be back next year, I reserve the right to...maybe reassess"

By Brandon Contes OnSep 23, 2025 0
Edit by Liam McGuire

MLB

Awful Announcing’s 2025 MLB local radio booth rankings

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred. Photo Credit: ESPN

Howie Rose takes issue with Rob Manfred floating possibility of MLB geographic realignment

"The last move before total destruction of the traditions that made baseball great."

By Reice Shipley OnAug 18, 2025 0
Mets' voice Gary Cohen to deliver Seton Hall commencement address.

Mike Francesa: Gary Cohen was second to only Vin Scully on radio

"I think on the radio, he’s the best baseball broadcaster in the country."

By Brandon Contes OnJul 15, 2025 0
Feb 17, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Broadcaster Ian Eagle before the game between the Houston Cougars and the Texas Longhorns at Fertitta Center.

Ian Eagle turned down chance to broadcast New York Mets games

What constitutes as a "wedgie" in baseball?

By Sam Neumann OnMar 7, 2025 0
Howie Rose on the Awful Announcing Podcast

MLB

Awful Announcing Podcast: Howie Rose on New York Mets, MLB pitch clock, Pete Alonso’s HR call, and more

The New York Mets gave some impressive postseason moments with Howie Rose being the voice of several of them.

Howie Rose reflects on ‘goosebumps’ from iconic Pete Alonso home run call

"A lot of us in this business can work our entire careers and never have moments like the Mets presented us with during the postseason."

By Jessica Kleinschmidt OnJan 16, 2025 0
New York Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay lashed out at an anonymous Twitter user who accused him of gaslighting fans.

Michael Kay rips Howie Rose for criticism of Rob Manfred’s ‘golden at-bat’ idea: ‘Something has to stop the erosion of this game’

"You people all have to grow up."

By Reice Shipley OnDec 3, 2024 0
Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

MLB

Howie Rose puts the perfect bow on Mets’ magical 2024 season

Dodgers stadium ahead of the Game 2 NLCS matchup with the Mets

Mets radio broadcast team aires grievances with Dodgers’ P.A. system

"Just lucky that there's two here and then back home where things are a little less brutally loud."

By Reice Shipley OnOct 14, 2024 2
Francisco Lindor's series-clinching grand slam against the Phillies in the NLDS

Every call of Mets star Francisco Lindor’s series-clinching grand slam

"The biggest swing of the season for New York!"

By Reice Shipley OnOct 9, 2024 0
Longtime Mets broadcaster Howie Rose believes both Francisco Lindor's and Pete Alonso's home runs are among the greatest in franchise history.

Where Howie Rose ranks Francisco Lindor, Pete Alonso home runs in Mets’ history

"You could make the case that's one of, if not the biggest, home runs they've ever hit."

By Jessica Kleinschmidt OnOct 9, 2024 0
Radio board

Jeff Passan’s call for classic MLB radio calls drew overwhelming response

"Howie Rose’s call last night got me thinking about how cool it would be to have a thread with all the great baseball radio calls."

By Arthur Weinstein OnOct 4, 2024 0
New York Mets play-by-play voice Gary Cohen on SNY

Gary Cohen praising Howie Rose’s call of Pete Alonso’s homer hits Mets fans right in the feels

"Thanks, Howie."

By Brandon Contes OnOct 4, 2024 2
Oct 3, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso (20) hits a three run home run against the Milwaukee Brewers in the ninth inning during game three of the Wildcard round for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Howie Rose and Pete Alonso shared a celebratory moment after epic home run

Howie Rose and Pete Alonso got to celebrate the home run and call that will link them forever in New York Mets history.

By Matt Yoder OnOct 4, 2024 0
Howie Rose, the voice of the Mets and past voice of both the Rangers and Islanders, will celebrate 50 years in radio on WFAN Monday. Photo Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Mets’ Howie Rose jokes about Ingrid Andress’ national anthem rendition, rehab statement

"I will make sure my ears say hi to her. They're in rehab too."

By Reice Shipley OnJul 16, 2024 3
Members of the New York Yankees and Cincinnati Reds participate in a national anthem standoff.

Mets’ Howie Rose slams ‘juvenile’ Reds-Yankees national anthem standoff

"Who comes to see this garbage?"

By Ben Axelrod OnJul 5, 2024 1
Howie Rose reflects on 50 year broadcasting career.

Howie Rose reflects on 50 year broadcasting career: ‘It’s humbling but very rewarding’

"It's a little daunting when you think about the number of years that have passed. But it's very rewarding too."

By Reice Shipley OnJun 25, 2024 2
Howie Rose, the voice of the Mets and past voice of both the Rangers and Islanders, will celebrate 50 years in radio on WFAN Monday. Photo Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Howie Rose will be on WFAN Monday to celebrate 50 years in radio

"Hope you can join me."

By Michael Dixon OnJun 22, 2024 1
New York Mets radio broadcaster Howie Rose

Mets announcer Howie Rose takes year-by-year approach regarding his future

Rose says his current mindset is "Do this year and one more, and then see where we're at."

By Sam Neumann OnJun 17, 2024 0
Dwight Gooden

Mets’ Howie Rose praised for profound thought on Dwight Gooden tribute

"I’m convinced that the rain that fell during Doc Gooden’s speech today had a special purpose."

By Arthur Weinstein OnApr 15, 2024 0
Feb 29, 2024; Glendale, AZ, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani speaks to media during a workout at Camelback Ranch.

Howie Rose: NY media ‘would not stand’ for Shohei Ohtani snubs

New York Mets radio play-by-play voice Howie Rose says the New York Media wouldn't stand for Shohei Ohtani dodging reporters.

By Sam Neumann OnMar 21, 2024 1
Mets radio broadcaster Howie Rose

Mets radio broadcaster Howie Rose to cut back schedule

"Everybody's been just great in pretty much letting me plot my own schedule out.”

By Robert O'Neill OnMar 7, 2024 4

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