zoneranger Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 It's been a while since I've posted a "Whozis".... I really thought I'd never post another one but when "Whozis" finally packs it in-I want it to be with a BANG-not a whimper. It has had more class than that. Speaking of class...Whozis "Voice"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoneranger Posted October 2, 2007 Author Share Posted October 2, 2007 He was an announcer.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJTank Posted October 3, 2007 Share Posted October 3, 2007 Bob Prince www.sportsecyclopedia.com For the best in sports history go to the Sports E-Cyclopedia at http://www.sportsecyclopedia.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoneranger Posted October 3, 2007 Author Share Posted October 3, 2007 Robert Ferris Prince (July 1, 1916 - June 10, 1985) was an American radio and television sportscaster and commentator best known for his 28-year stint as the voice of the Pittsburgh Pirates Major League Baseball club, with whom he earned the nickname ?The Gunner? and became a Pittsburgh icon.Prince was one of the most distinct, colorful and popular voices in sports broadcast history, known for his gravel voice, unabashed style and clever nicknames and phrases, which came to be known as "Gunnerisms". His unique manner influenced a number of broadcasters after him, a list that includes Pittsburgh Penguins voice Mike Lange and Pittsburgh Steelers color analyst Myron Cope among others.Prince called Pirates games from 1948 to 1975, including the World Series championship years of 1960 and 1971. Nationally, Prince broadcast the 1960, 1966, and 1971 World Series and the 1965 All-Star Game for NBC.Way to go Tnak!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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