The last time a local sports radio legend’s retirement was felt across the country the way Angelo Cataldi’s was had to have been Mike Francesa. Three years ago, the Sports Pope hosted his final show on WFAN. He was asked to offer some thoughts on Cataldi this week on his BetRivers podcast.
“I would say that I had a professional relationship with Angelo that was only an ‘on-the-air relationship,’” Francesa admitted.
Angelo Cataldi signed off of 94 WIP for the final time on Friday. His last show featured several loving tributes from colleagues and listeners. Mike Francesa said all of the fanfare was well-deserved.
“He had a great run in Philly. He had a wonderful program.”
He described the relationship with Cataldi as one of “mutual respect for a long time”. Most of their conversations happened on air with small talk made off air before going on, but he notes that they always got along well.
“I wish him health, which is the most important thing, and happiness in his future endeavors,” Mike Francesa concluded. “He’s had a great run, he really has.”
