One of the main things that I mention in My Book “Lessons From The Microphone” is the importance of building relationships. It’s a must when dealing with people in life.
When I met legendary broadcaster Kenny Albert at the 2018 NHL All-Star Game at Tampa’s Amalie Arena, I asked him if he would mind doing an interview. He was more than happy to do it and we spent time talking about hockey and all the other sports he calls. His personality is so relaxing that you felt like you were talking to a life long friend.
These days, you’ll find Albert on FOX doing NFL Games as well as Hockey on TNT.
He recently wrote his first book, an autobiography entitled “A Mic For All Seasons”, on October 10, 2023, with Triumph Publishing. The book documents 30 years of broadcasting, citing stories about his career rise, relationships with broadcasters and athletes, and his family.
During the 2024 NSMA Awards Banquet in Greensboro, NC., Albert won an award for New York Sportscaster of the Year. Broadcasting runs in his family as he’s the son of jack of all trades Marv Albert and as well as other broadcasters Al Albert (Uncle) and another Uncle Steve Albert.
Kenny has called the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL along with others.
When we reunited last summer, we reminisced about our conversation in Tampa and we took some photos together. It was two old friends getting to getting together hanging out.
Then I asked him if he would like to come on “The Motor City Mad Mouth” down the road. Kenny wasted no time saying yes and we exchanged phone numbers.
The first thing we did is we did a book swap as I sent him an autographed copy of mine and he reciprocated by sending his. When you talk about a 57-year old who has experienced a lot during his career, Kenny has done exactly done just that.
We did our show and it’s on the South Florida Tribune You Tube Channel. The episode ran 25:55 and we covered a lot of topics. It’s a must watch for those of you interested in his career and the relationship he has with his father Marv.
Just because you have a legendary father doesn’t guarantee automatic success.
Kenny learned from his father and worked hard to have a dynamite career of his own!
He’s humble and never takes things for granted. We both are like that and this is why we have such a great connection.
Every broadcaster has a dream job and when it became public information that New York Rangers legendary Announcer Sam Rosen was retiring at the end of the 2024-25 Season, I asked Kenny if this was a job he’d covet. He said he does do Rangers games and out of respect to Rosen, he’d let the situation play itself out. I completely respected where he was coming from.
A couple days ago, Rosen was winding down his final days as voice of the Rangers.
The stories of his successor surfaced again about who would replace him.
The Rangers wasted no time choosing Kenny Albert as his successor. You couldn’t ask for more of a seamless transition than this to a better man!
When I got news of this, I quickly texted Kenny to congratulate him. His first response to me was, “Thanks Scott. Appreciate it. Hope you’re doing well.” I then sent him a video of Darry Johnston which we did at Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans and he liked it. Albert and Johnston worked together calling the NFL on FOX.
I did mention to Kenny that he will be mentioned in my next book and will remind my readers who important how relationships are,
When I saw Kenny call the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 road win over the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday Night, it was great seeing him talk about my hometown team that resides in the “Motor City.” Then again, watching him behind the microphone is a treat calling any game.
Kenny and his crew will be calling their second Stanley Cup Finals in three years for TNT.
You can bet I will be watching my friend in action. He’s a man that I’m proud to call a friend as well as an excellent colleague!
In my 45 + years in the Media Business, I’ve met a lot of great people. That’s what keeps my passion going to stay in this business.
I’ve been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease and my doctors have increased my medication and have told me to remain active to stall this disease from progressing.
I told this to Kenny before we did our interview in November and said I feel great. As classy as he is, we hit the LIVE Button, and you wouldn’t know that I was ill. As we always communicate, everything between us just went naturally.
On tonight’s edition of the Sports Exchange, Kenny Albert is going to be the headline topic. This decision is an absolute no brainer!
Both of the shows we did together will be inserted into the story. I hope you enjoy both of them.
But in the meantime, while New York Fans can enjoy Kenny, it’s important to see the rest of the world to appreciate him as well.
I hope one day, health permitting that I get a chance to see a Rangers Game at Madison Square Garden with Kenny in the booth and we can just hang out before or afterwards. I’ve never been to MSG and this would be a memorable experience with my great friend!
God Bless Kenny! You’re a great person and keep piling up your accolades because you deserve everyone of them! I hope your book is a best seller so you can keep inspiring others!
Scott Morganroth can be reached at southfloridatribune@gmail.com.
You can find him on Twitter/X @TribuneSouth and see his shows by Subscribing to the South Florida Tribune You Tube Channel.
Finally, his book, “Lessons From The Microphone” can be purchased via Amazon, Kindle and Barnes & Noble.
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