"His easy, conversational delivery made you feel like you were listening to one of your closest friends or relatives tell you a story the story of the very NASCAR race he was describing. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. His job as a broadcaster, like his job as a driver, were given to him because of lineage not skill, although he is better at articulating than driving., Would say the sky is green to get a rise out of fans., You know what I mean? He was 83. crashes into the fourth-turn wall and dies from injuries suffered in the wreck. Byrnes joined Fox Sports in 2001 and served as a pit. 20.5k Followers, 1,459 Following, 1,088 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jessie Punch Lee (@its_jpunch) All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. In 2010, he resurfaced as, of all things, a magician. The following is a historical list of television and radio networks and announcers who have broadcast NASCAR events. For his sake, hell want to avoid the fate of another NASCAR announcer named Bill Weber, who lost his job in embarrassing circumstances. Ranking: 12th. If the race is a blowout, he says its a blowout. He was 56. He has been Foxs lead analyst in the broadcast booth since the network began doing races in 2001. Their broadcasts featured an identical graphics and music package and the same announcers. I think he is hilarious and love his insight, though he drools over Danica and (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) too much sometimes., He's funny, knows what he's talking about. This guy makes the most clich remarks out there., As much as I liked him when he played for Carolina, why is a basketball player, who obviously knows nothing about the sport, even one of the commentators? Good energy in the booth., All three guys in the booth are unbiased, fun to listen to, and know what they are talking about. Youll never see anything like that in a hundred lifetimes! 291. They know far more than the broadcasters. TMZSports.com. The Liberty, Indiana, native was among four people to serve as the TV play-by-play announcer during ABC's 54-year run of broadcasting the Indianapolis 500. Its just his opinion and he doesn't look at numbers. Role: Studio analyst (former), Best votes: 738 (1st-124) Until someone explained it to me later, I thought it was a bizarre accident. He comes at issues from both an intelligent, fact-based perspective, but still has a lot of fun. Oh, and Kyle Busch is still good. He knows racing., Have always loved him and know he knows what hes talking about. Racing announcer Larry Nuber died of an apparent aneurysm on Tuesday, June 6, in Indianapolis.The 51-year-old Nuber was a native of Maumee, Ohio, a To. Ranking: 11th, Worst votes: 1,168 (1st-402) All rights reserved, No Information to Suspect Foul Play in Disappearance of Wild 94.9 Host JV': Police, Elizabeth Holmes Has 2nd Child as She Tries to Avoid Prison, This 26-Year-Old Pays $0 to Live in a Luxury Tiny Home' She Built for $35,000 in Her Backyard Take a Look Inside. Bob Jenkins, an esteemed motorsports broadcaster at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway who also anchored NASCAR coverage for ABC Sports and ESPN for nearly two decades, died Monday. His own team's cars, driven by good friend Michael Waltrip and his son Dale Earnhardt Jr, finished 1 . Dont forget, the old media center at Daytona was named after Benny Kahn. Stewart had previously been confirmed as the third announcer. Simply stated, we'll miss Steve dearly.". In 2014, he was appointed the play-by-play announcer for the Camping World Truck Series races on FS1, and in January of this year,Byrnes was addedto the NASCAR Hall of Fame Voting Panel. Past crew chief, easy to listen to and respectful., When he explains something you get the sense he knows what he's talking about and, most importantly, how to explain it to you., Always seems to be prepared and knows what is happening during the race., Self-absorbed and adds nothing to the broadcasts., All he cares about is making it known he was DW's crew chief., Seems fake. Byrnes is survived by his wife,Karen, and son,Bryson. Byrnes' family confirmed the announcer's death with a statement to Fox. Jeff Gluck of USA Today shared a comment from President Obama, who described Byrnes as a "legendary reporter and broadcaster.". Best score: 1,113 Best score: 1,382 Best score: 4,290 #1Fans! Then, in late 2004, a freak accident would move Weber further into the spotlight. Ranking: 9th. Now you can go to work on my late friend Brad Willson. And the modern media centers work room is named in honor of Godwin Kelly. 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Great guy, so-so commentator., Best votes: 681 (1st-398) "Due to circumstances unrelated to her on-air remarks Tuesday night, Susannah Collins and Comcast SportsNet Chicago have parted ways," Phil Bedella, vice president and general manager of CSN. A high school quarterback who led his team to a Maryland state championship, Byrnes played one season of football at James Madison before transferring to the University of Maryland. If he disagrees, he says so, even if his opinion isn't a popular one., Just the facts and does not care about the NASCAR party line., Too opinionated, comes off as a jerk and doesnt take the time to get the facts straight before running his mouth. He says what NASCAR wants him to say, not what the fans need to hear., Three words: boogity, boogity, boogity., When he worked Nationwide races for TNN in the late 90s he showed tremendous potential as the next Ned Jarrett or Benny Parsons. Not sure where that fits in with industry protocol and the Dress-vs-Authority polling data, but Fox and NBC are likely workshopping it as we speak. Will tell the truth, even if you don't want to hear it., Rusty was my favorite driver so it is obvious he is my favorite broadcaster. He was 56. He works on a variety of racing telecasts for Fox Sports 1 in addition to his work for TNT. By todays standards, they were dressed for a Senate sub-committee hearing. Bob Jenkins, a longtime motorsports broadcaster known for his legendary work on the Indy 500 and NASCAR, is dead after a battle with brain cancer. Exclusive. So sad to here the news of Barney Hall he was the voice of Nascar when I was growing up I listened to him every Sunday #RipBarney, Heavy hearts tonight as we mourn the passing of Barney Hall. But its still no way to end your biggest race in front of your biggest national audience. He carried a small tape recorder with him, remembering later that his first interview was with driver Buddy Baker. This was his second bout . Bob Jenkins, a legendary auto racing broadcaster whose voice became an inseparable part of NASCAR's growth on television as well as the . Jarrett, a 2014 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee, was the 1999 Cup champion. He knows it, he knows the racers, he gets the business of racing. Simmons was believed to be under the influence of drugs, and a crystalline substance, believed to be methamphetamine, was discovered where her belongings were located after the accident. "I know a lot of fans' thoughts and prayers today are with his wife, Karen, and his son, Bryson.". The network said he died Tuesday after a long battle with cancer. Hall was off to the races and soon became a regular on MRN. For 2005, NBC and TNT made this change permanent. And that crap he says when the race starts, I turn the sound off. I am watching a race. He was 85 years old. He just rips people apart and has no compassion until he goes too far and has to apologize for something stupid he said or did. He is an excellent ambassador for NASCAR., He's a champion in the car and booth. A decade earlier, as a sixth-grader, he walked five miles with some friends to watch a dirt-track race in Jonesville, N.C., his first motor sports event and a moment that set the stage for what would evolve into his career. Fox 2,996 57% NASCAR, Indy 500 announcer Bob Jenkins dies . Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. He . He was 56. Down to earth., He's a driver himself. 2023 Variety Media, LLC. The Byrnes family made the announcement via a statement Fox. HEY, WILLIE!My suggestion for NASCAR coverage on TV: Hire a former professional judge for the booth. Ranking: 11th. Petty boys have a case. Follow Tyler Conway (@tylerconway22) on Twitter. In one off-camera discussion from 2006, he can be heard arguing with pit reporter Matt Yocum. Petty boys have a case. They give the impression of not being shills for NASCAR and they pay homage to the history of the sport during prerace coverage., There are no frills and they don't try to turn race coverage into a sideshow, focusing on predetermined storylines or over-hyping certain drivers. His legacy remains through an honor that rightly carries his name the Squier-Hall Award for NASCAR Media Excellence. "Bob Jenkins lent his iconic voice to so many memorable NASCAR moments . Weber kept his post as play-by-play announcer. On behalf of the Byrnes family, it is with profound sadness we relay the news that Steve . His favorite quote. He was the first person I ever saw mix his own boilermaker. Race announcers concentrate on race, not old stories., They tend to focus on the actual racing more than the other networks. Barney Hall, the legendary Motor Racing Network announcer whose voice was synonymous with Sunday afternoons for NASCAR fans, died Tuesday from complications following a recent medical procedure. Just plain pleasant to listen too. He gives misinformation frequently and then argues with established members of the racing community., Is too quick to criticize what drivers or teams are doing when he doesn't seem to have the answers for his own team. He was 56. Steve Byrnes, a popular Fox broadcaster who reported on NASCAR for the last 30 years and whose cancer battle inspired the racing community, died Tuesday. He previously worked as a basketball analyst for ESPN and ABC and various NBA teams before joining ESPNs NASCAR coverage team in 2007. Then, in October of that year, Bestwick broke his leg during a charity hockey game in Rhode Island, forcing Weber into the play-by-play position for two races. You may have watched the video linked above and gone, wait, that voice sounds familiar! Well, believe it or not, just before his career came crashing to an end, Bill Weber did get one Hollywood credit to his name. Bob Jenkins, a motorsports broadcaster who called the Indianapolis 500 for many years, has died after a fight with cancer. Reconfiguration? He is someone I would enjoy watching a race with sitting in my living room or in the grandstands., Simply the best. Tony Stewart in a dark suit at Daytona looked like Grandpa Munster. In addition to hisprofessionalwork, Byrnes also became one of the sports world's most recognizable faces pushing for acure to cancer. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He was airlifted to Crozer-Chester Medical Center where he tragically died shortly after 9 p.m. After losing his NASCAR ride, Leffler had been racing dirt car events most of this year,. While Chris Myers may still refer to him as Dr. Ranking: 6th, Worst votes: 1,519 (1st-443) He called his first Daytona 500 on the radio in 1960 and had been a key part of MRN's broadcasts since 1970. A master at explaining his vast knowledge of racing from a driver standpoint. On to Vegas! He joined ESPN in 2007. Great guy & incredible spokesman for the sport for decades. Old-school racing master that is still as hip as they come., He's funny, easy to relate to, knows what he's talking about, and I love his humor. McClelland, a television broadcaster by trade, called his first drag race in 1959. NASCAR QNAAre Kyle and Kurt Busch now atop brothers list? They served as the announcers for the film's climactic race at Talladega, which featured the scene where the titular character races on foot with Frenchman Jean Girard. I know a lot of fans thoughts and prayers today are with his wife, Karen, and his son, Bryson.. It will remain a constant reminder of the skill and passion that Barney brought to his work.. Adds meaningful commentary., He has no favorites that you can tell. Ranking: 3rd, Worst votes: 603 (1st-147) Calling the DAYTONA 500 for FOX NASCAR on Sunday, Feb. 20 (2:30 PM ET on FOX) are play-by-play announcer Mike Joy, covering his 43rd DAYTONA 500 for live TV or radio, and analyst Clint Bowyer, in his second year with FOX Sports, alongside NASCAR Hall of Fame driver Tony Stewart, previously announced to also call the Busch Light Clash at the . Former driver but not a big winner so doesnt think he knows it all. Including the manner in which the Daytona 500 was decided, of course. Ranking: 10th, Worst votes: 397 (1st-58) The NASCAR Truck Series will see a new lap-by-lap announcer after Vince Welch announced his departure from FOX Sports before the 2023 season. I want to know about the action on the track. Dump him!, He is not as connected to the garage as other broadcasters. It's very sad that he's leaving NASCAR in 2015., Because he is the best. I've never seen him stroke his ownego ever. Sense of humor. Hall battled several illnesses over the past few years but remained active in NASCAR broadcasts until recently. Sept. 28, 2012. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones of Ms. Simmons. Gasping and yelling whoa to nothing seems like fabricated drama and keeps me on edge as a viewer, in a negative way., I've never been impressed with his credentials compared to other ex-driver commentators. I could go on but I'd probably run out of room. Ranking: 8th. NASCAR announcer Barney Hall died this week at the age of 83. The Byrnes family made the announcement via a statementFox Sportsreleased. FIFA World Cup - Best Goals from Every Angle, Draw for the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023, FOX SPORTS, SPEED, SPEED.COM & 2023 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. Byrnes joined Fox Sports in 2001 and served as a pit reporter for its Sprint Cup Series coverage through the 2014 season. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. He was 56. NEW YORK (AP) Fox NASCAR announcer Steve Byrnes has died. He worked as an ESPN analyst up until this season. Period. Analytical views are great to listen to. A race fan flipping through the radio dial while driving out of town didnt need to know the frequency numbers while searching for a NASCAR broadcast. Cause he's the best at everything. I'll never forget that voice. who's in and out of the Chase during the entire Richmond race). I also want to offer my condolences to everybody in the NASCAR community on the passing of legendary reporter and broadcaster Steve Byrnes, Obama said. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families.. "He could paint a picture that would make Picasso or Rembrandt proud and tell a story that would awe Hemingway or Twain.". While details of the hotel incident are few and far between, there are extant hints of Webers short temper and poor chemistry with his partners. Seems to dumb down too much. MRN president David Hyatt said Hall was "perhaps the most trusted reporter of his day." NASCAR on Fox: Why not 'Casual Sunday' for 'Grandpa Munster?' More realistic coverage and not one long NASCAR infomercial., Best votes: 2,584 (1st-place votes 1,352) In a Wednesday morning news release, NASCAR chairman Brian France said: "The entire NASCAR family extends its condolences to the family, friends and fans of Barney Hall, a NASCAR broadcasting giant for more than 50 years. Kyle calls it how he sees it, and although I do not always agree, I respect that a lot., He doesn't jump on the media bandwagon just because it's the prevailing spin on this weeks big topic. He tells it from a viewers point of view., Professional, not goofy, reports the facts without trying to oversell the sport., Knowledgeable, entertaining, not annoying., He talks as if he knows everything and is talking down to someone., He is a great pit reporter but he is not good as the lead play-by-play guy., Best votes: 232 (1st-26) A crash report from the Lake Ozark Police Department revealed that Bowyer was driving westbound on U.S. 54 and struck a woman walking on a ramp as he approached Missouri 242. Means well but I can't listen to him., Best votes: 309 (1st-42) In 1991, his uncle, Joey Laquerre, Jr., died in a snowmobile accident just months after winning the 1990 Thunder Road championship. I like Larry Mac. In ranking the commentators, we awarded three points for those who were voted the best, two points for second-best and one for third-best. Yuck!, Talks incessantly without saying anything. Like my grandpa used to say about me when I was a teenager, You can dress him up but you can't take him to town.. He knows his stuff, says it the way it is and knows what he's talking about., I find Ray simply uninteresting most of the time., No personality, should have more input based on his background., While he is informative to listen to, he keeps a biased opinion towards the 24 (Gordon)., Best votes: 675 (1st-91) He took a leave of absence in October to battle cancer once again, chronicling his fight on social media. NBC Sports Network will cease to exist after 2021. Worst score: 647 Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. Weber never returned to the TNT booth. Why hes the best (comments from the survey): Anyone who can herd the likes of DW and Mac is a consummate professional and is worthy of number one status., Best lap-by-lap guy. 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