Yankees celebrate the birthday of Tim McCarver, Hall of Fame broadcaster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Oct 16, 2026
The New York Yankees honor Tim McCarver on his birthday, October 16. Born in 1941, McCarver had a notable MLB career, playing for teams including the St. Louis Cardinals and later becoming a celebrated broadcaster. His involvement with the Yankees spanned from 1999 to 2001, enhancing the team's legacy through his insights and commentary. McCarver, known for winning two World Series as a player and calling 23 more as a broadcaster, passed away in February 2023.
- •Tim McCarver was born on October 16, 1941, in Memphis, TN.
- •He served as a Yankees broadcaster from 1999 to 2001.
- •McCarver won two World Series as a player.
- •He called 23 World Series as a broadcaster.
- •He passed away on February 16, 2023.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Birthday of the Day: Tim McCarver
"A Major League Baseball catcher and Hall of Fame broadcaster known for a career stretching across four decades.
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