Andy Masur

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Andy Masur is a columnist for BSM and works for WGN Radio as an anchor and play-by-play announcer. He also teaches broadcasting at the Illinois Media School. During his career he has called games for the Chicago Cubs, San Diego Padres and Chicago White Sox. He can be found on Twitter @Andy_Masur1 or you can reach him by email at Andy@Andy-Masur.com.

The Irony Of MLB Wanting To Be In The Gambling Business

"We are coming up on the 32nd anniversary of Rose accepting his permanent ban from the game he loved."

Anatomy Of An Analyst: Alex Rodriguez

"I haven’t come across too many people that tell me how great he is. More often people will say something like, why is he still on my television?"

Olympic Basketball Is Just The Tip Of The Streaming Iceberg

"Most of you that paid for the game through Peacock are going to cancel the subscription once the Olympics are over, right?"

Anatomy of a Broadcaster: Mike Tirico

"There aren’t too many broadcasters than can be at the top of their game, either in the booth or in the studio. The worlds are so different. The preparation is different."

What Started On Video Games Are Now Staples Of Sports TV

"The younger generation of fans grew up playing these games and it looks like the natural progression was to include these numbers and graphics into baseball telecasts. It’s genius."

Breaking

WJR 760 Launches ‘Founding Fathers Friday’ Ahead of America 250 Celebration

"As we approach the 250, we thought it'd be a good idea to go back and revisit and learn about the people that set this whole thing up."

NASCAR Broadcaster, Hall of Fame Driver Ned Jarrett Dies at Age 93

"While we mourn his passing, we celebrate the remarkable life of an amazing man and truly the best father anyone could have wished for. Rest in Peace, Dad."

Lesley Stahl, Bill Whitaker, Jon Wertheim to Remain on 60 Minutes

"Audiences trust them because they have proved it, story by story, for decades. Working with them is a privilege and every journalist's dream."

Approaching the Summit: Cameron Hendrix, Magellan AI

"We prioritize events where we can connect directly with people who are facing challenges we can help solve or learn from ourselves."