“It’s our pleasure to be joined by Kenny Albert tonight. Kenny, taking time from his very, very busy schedule covering the NHL…as well as the NFL on Fox!”
(Marv’s unselfish offspring, having made the ultimate sacrifice in appearing on national TV rather than watch the Rangers beat the Devils.)
I thought he did a great job being stiff and uncomfortable. And he definitely has a face for radio. Also, puffy hair = hockey-friendly, that’s it.
My favorite quote of the day was It isn’t very often that a closer will go five days without pitching.
Apparently he doesn’t watch the Pirates much.
John Franco’s gone about 4 months now. And don’t tell me he’s not a closer — he’s shut plenty of doors, car trunks, footlockers, etc. in his time.