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Michael Kay Plans 136 Yankees Games in 2026

8/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Michael Kay, 65, said he does not expect to call Yankees games into his 80s.
Kay told the Awful Announcing podcast his 11-year-old son Charlie and 13-year-old daughter Callie keep him home.
He said he doubts reaching his 80s, unlike late broadcaster John Sterling.
Kay’s radio slot became a solo two-hour show after his 22-year partnership ended in 2024.
He will call 136 Yankees games in 2026, raising his workload.

History

Historical Context

Vin Scully ended his 67-year Dodgers broadcast run on October 2 2016, the last era of a single voice calling every game, a model also seen with other long-tenured announcers who retired that season. As Michael Kay moves to a solo two-hour slot and a 136-game Yankees schedule in 2026, networks like ESPN and WFAN are reshaping veteran contracts to balance longevity with flexibility.

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Story summary

Michael Kay, 65, said he does not expect to call Yankees games into his 80s.
Kay told the Awful Announcing podcast his 11-year-old son Charlie and 13-year-old daughter Callie keep him home.
He said he doubts reaching his 80s, unlike late broadcaster John Sterling.
Kay’s radio slot became a solo two-hour show after his 22-year partnership ended in 2024.
He will call 136 Yankees games in 2026, raising his workload.

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