The Los Angeles Angels announced on Tuesday that they have hired Wayne Randazzo as the club’s new television play-by-play announcer.
Randazzo, who has nearly two decades of experience as a sports broadcaster, comes to the Angels from the New York Mets, where he served as a radio play-by-play announcer for the past four seasons. Prior to his time with the Mets, Randazzo worked for the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Las Vegas 51s, the Mets’ Triple-A affiliate.
In addition to his work as a play-by-play announcer, Randazzo has also served as a pre-and post-game show host and fill-in studio host. He has covered a variety of sports, including baseball, football, basketball, and hockey, and has worked for both television and radio.
When will Randazzo begin his Journey with The Angels?
Randazzo is expected be the primary play-by-play announcer, while fellow play-by-play announcers Matt Vasgersian and Patrick O’Neal will fill in on the other broadcasts when Randazzo isn’t available.
Fans of the Angels will have their first opportunity to hear Randazzo on the call when the team takes the field for their season opener on March 30.
“I’m incredibly grateful to the Los Angeles Angels and Bally Sports West for the wonderful opportunity to be the new television voice of the Angels,” said Randazzo in a statement. “I am excited to be a part of such a storied franchise and to have the opportunity to call Angels baseball on television. I can’t wait to get started and to be a part of the Angels’ journey”
The Angels are coming off a disappointing season in which they finished with a 26-34 record and missed the playoffs. However, with the addition of Randazzo to the broadcast team, the club is hoping to bring a new level of excitement to their broadcasts and to turn things around on the field in the upcoming season.
“We are confident that Wayne will be a great fit for our organization and will bring a fresh perspective to our broadcasts,” said Angels Vice President of Communications Tim Mead. “We are excited to have him on board and are looking forward to a successful season with him as a part of our team.”
