# SULLY HONORS JOHN STERLING - Admiring the Power of Judge and Murakami

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Podcast: [Locked On MLB - Daily Podcast On Major League Baseball](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-mlb-daily-podcast-on-major-league-baseball-644196)
Published: 2026-05-05T06:35:38+00:00
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## Resource

John Sterling’s legacy as the iconic New York Yankees announcer takes center stage as baseball grapples with the fleeting nature of its so-called “timelessness.” Sully honors the late broadcaster, exploring how Sterling and longtime partner Suzyn Waldman became beloved summer companions for countless fans—an essential thread connecting generations and defining the Yankees experience through dramatic home run calls and quirky commentary. The episode reflects on announcers’ emotional impact, comparing Sterling’s influence to legends like Vin Scully and Phil Rizzuto. Big home runs from Aaron Judge and Munetaka Murakami highlight the day’s MLB action, while Bryce Harper’s power and strong performances by Trevor McDonald and Peyton Tolle shape crucial victories for the Philadelphia Phillies, San Francisco Giants, and Boston Red Sox. Key storylines include the Orioles’ continued struggles, Don Mattingly’s hot start as Phillies manager, and speculation about Tigers ace Tarik Skubal’s injury shaking up the AL Central race.

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