What is wrong with Mike Lange?
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Asked by: Juan Yatnalkar
What happened to Mike Lange?
Lange announced his retirement from radio play-by-play duties on Monday, but the 73-year-old Hall of Famer will remain a part of the team’s radio network, adding commentary and voice work on a limited basis. Lange missed the majority of the past season because of the pandemic while awaiting the COVID-19 vaccine.
Why did Mike Lange retire?
On June 29, 2006, citing a desire to go in a new direction, Fox Sports Pittsburgh (now AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh) did not exercise the option year on Lange’s contract. He was replaced by his longtime radio partner, Paul Steigerwald, in a move that was extremely unpopular with fans.
What radio station is the Penguins hockey game on?
All Penguins Radio Broadcasts, including an exclusive 60 minute pre- game show, can be heard on Penguins Radio 24/7, at 105.9 FM HD-2.
The 2011-12 Penguins Radio Network:
| Pennsylvania | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh, PA | WXDX-FM | 105.9 FM |
| Pittsburgh, PA | WBGG-AM | 970 AM |
| Pittsburgh, PA | WXDX-HD2 | 105.9 FM HD2 |
| Beaver Falls, PA | WBVP-AM | 1230 AM |
Who replaced Mike Lange?
Josh Getzoff
Josh Getzoff set to replace retiring Penguins legend Mike Lange in radio booth.
WHO announces the Pittsburgh Penguins?
Penguins Radio Network Play-by-Play Announcer
One of the most unique broadcasters in professional sports, Mike Lange is calling games in his 42nd season with the Penguins, handling radio play-by-play on the club’s flagship station, 105.9 FM The X and the Penguins Radio Network.
When did Mike Lange start with the Penguins?
1974-75
Lange’s relationship with the Penguins began in 1974-75, when he broke into the NHL as a radio play-by-play man. He left for one season, but returned in 1976-77 and has been a fixture on the Penguins’ scene ever since. Lange did radio exclusively until 1979, when games were simulcast on radio and TV.
How can I listen to the Pittsburgh Penguins hockey game?
105.9 The X – Radio Home of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
How can I listen to the Penguins game online?
105.9 The X | iHeart.
How do I get AT&T SportsNet in Pittsburgh?
AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh is a crucial channel for Pirates fans in the Pittsburgh television market. There are only two streaming services – fuboTV and DIRECTV STREAM – that carry AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh.
What happened to Root Sports Pittsburgh?
On June 12, 2017, AT&T Sports Networks announced that the network, along with Root Sports Southwest, and Root Sports Rocky Mountain, would rebrand as AT&T SportsNet with the channel becoming AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh.
How can I watch AT&T SportsNet without cable in Pittsburgh?
You can stream AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh with a live TV streaming service. Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh Penguins fans can watch games on AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh with DIRECTV STREAM and fuboTV.
