Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Howie Rose

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Howie Rose made an impact.

Howie Rose is an American sportscaster, most notably known as a radio broadcaster for the New York Mets on WHSQ. Prior to his role with the Mets, he held play-by-play positions for both the New York Rangers and New York Islanders hockey teams, showcasing his versatility across different sports. His career has been dedicated to sports broadcasting in the New York area.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1964: Became a regular attendee at Mets Games

In 1964, when the New York Mets moved into Shea Stadium, Rose became a regular attendee at their games, fueling his baseball fandom.

1969: Hosted 40th anniversary of Mets 1969 World Series victory

Rose has hosted ceremonies marking the 40th anniversary of the Mets 1969 World Series victory.

1987: Hosted "Mets Extra" pre and postgame shows

From 1987, Rose hosted the "Mets Extra" pre and postgame shows.

1987: Original Prime-Time Radio Host on WFAN

In 1987, Rose was the original prime-time radio host on WFAN when the station went all-sports.

1994: Called Game 7 of the 1994 NHL Eastern Conference Finals

In 1994, Rose called Game 7 of the 1994 NHL Eastern Conference Finals where Stéphane Matteau scored the game-winning goal in double-overtime against the New Jersey Devils.

1994: Hosted "Mets Extra" pre and postgame shows

Until 1994, Rose hosted the "Mets Extra" pre and postgame shows.

1995: Called Mets play-by-play

In 1995, Rose began calling Mets play-by-play on radio or television.

1995: Replaced Jiggs McDonald

In 1995, Rose replaced Jiggs McDonald on Islanders broadcasts in 1995–96.

1995: Left WFAN

Until 1995, Rose hosted the program at WFAN.

2003: Retirement of Bob Murphy

In 2003, Rose worked the television booth until the retirement of long-time Mets radio voice Bob Murphy.

2004: Master of Ceremonies for Mets Opening Day

Since 2004, Rose has been the master of the ceremonies during key Mets events, including Opening Day at Shea Stadium and Citi Field.

2006: Cohen became the play-by-play broadcaster on SNY

In 2006, Gary Cohen became the play-by-play broadcaster on then-new Mets television network SportsNet New York (SNY) and Rose began sharing the radio booth with Tom McCarthy.

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2008: Hosted pregame ceremony honoring Ralph Kiner

In 2008, Howie Rose hosted a special pregame ceremony honoring Ralph Kiner.

2008: Wayne Hagin replaced McCarthy

In 2008, Wayne Hagin replaced Tom McCarthy in the radio booth with Howie Rose.

2009: Simulcast on radio

For the 2009–10 season, Rose's Islanders work was simulcast on radio as well.

2009: Hosted Citi Field Opening Ceremonies

In 2009, Rose hosted ceremonies marking the opening of Citi Field.

2012: Called games with Josh Lewin

From 2012, Rose called games with Josh Lewin.

2014: Called games on WOR

From 2014, he called games on WOR.

2015: Announced Departure from Islanders Games

After the 2015–16 season, Rose announced he would not return to call Islanders games after the end of the season.

2016: Hosted Mike Piazza's number retirement ceremony

In 2016, Rose hosted Mike Piazza's number retirement ceremony.

2018: Called games with Josh Lewin

Until 2018, Rose called games with Josh Lewin.

2019: Called games with Wayne Randazzo

From 2019, Howie called games with Wayne Randazzo.

2022: Cut back schedule

In 2022, Rose began to cut back his schedule, calling approximately 100 games a season, following health issues.

2022: Hosted Old-Timers' Day

In 2022, Rose hosted Old-Timers' Day.

2022: Called games with Wayne Randazzo

Until 2022, Howie called games with Wayne Randazzo.

2023: Booth Partner: Keith Raad

From the start of the 2023 season, Howie's booth partner has been Keith Raad.

2024: Hosted Number Retirement Ceremonies

In 2024, Howie Rose hosted the number retirement ceremonies of Dwight Gooden and Darryl Strawberry.

2025: Hosted David Wright's Number Retirement Ceremony

In 2025, Rose will host David Wright's number retirement ceremony.

2026: Announced Retirement

In 2026, Rose announced that he would retire from the Mets at the conclusion of the 2026 season.

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