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Longtime Mets broadcast Ralph Kiner has passed away. He was 91.
Kiner started broadcasting Mets games in 1962 on WOR-TV, alongside Lindsey Nelson and Bob Murphy. Kiner has continued calling Mets games up through the 2013 season, making occasional appearances on SNY. He also hosted “Kiner’s Korner” after Mets home games, interviewing players and coaches.
His broadcasting career came after a 10-year playing career with the Pirates, Cubs and Indians. He hit 369 home runs in his career, including a 54 home run season with Pittsburgh in 1949. He led Major League Baseball in home runs from 1947 through 1952.
Kiner was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1975, elected into the Mets Hall of Fame in 1984. His number, 4, was retired by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1987.
SNY STATEMENT:
“Ralph Kiner was a giant in every sense of the word. His impact on Mets fans over 52 years in the booth is immeasurable. We will not only miss his insights and knowledge of the game, but more importantly, his engaging personality and huge heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kiner family.”STATEMENT FROM METS CHAIRMAN AND CEO FRED WILPON:
“Ralph Kiner was one of the most beloved people in Mets history — An original Met and extraordinary gentleman. After a Hall of Fame playing career, Ralph became a treasured broadcasting icon for more than half a century. His knowledge of the game, wit, and charm entertained generations of Mets fans. Like his stories, he was one of a kind. We send our deepest condolences to Ralph’s five children and twelve grandchildren. Our sport and society today lost one of the all-time greats.”
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R.I.P. Ralph, he will be missed