History of Al Trautwig in Timeline

Al Trautwig is a sports commentator known for his work with MSG Network, ABC, NBC, NBC Sports Network, and USA Network. His most recent roles involved pre-game and post-game coverage for the New York Knicks and New York Rangers. He also occasionally served as a play-by-play announcer for both teams, demonstrating his versatility in sports broadcasting.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 26, 1956: Alan Trautwig Born

On February 26, 1956, Alan Trautwig was born. He later became a sports commentator for various networks, including MSG Network, ABC, and NBC.

1978: Anchored MISL Games

In 1978, Al Trautwig began anchoring Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL) games.

1986: Television Pit Reporter for Indianapolis 500

In 1986, Al Trautwig served as a television pit reporter alongside Jim McKay for ABC Sports' coverage of the Indianapolis 500.

1987: Television Pit Reporter for Indianapolis 500

In 1987, Al Trautwig served as a television pit reporter alongside Jim McKay for ABC Sports' coverage of the Indianapolis 500.

1991: Host of Yankees Pre- and Post-Game Shows

In 1991, Al Trautwig became the host of the New York Yankees' pre- and post-game shows on MSG Network.

1992: Anchored MISL Games End

In 1992, Al Trautwig concluded anchoring Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL) games.

1996: Original Host for Classic Sports Network

In 1996, Al Trautwig became one of the original hosts for Classic Sports Network.

2000: Play by Play Announcer of Gymnastics Competitions

In 2000, Al Trautwig replaced John Tesh as play by play announcer of U.S. national and international gymnastics competitions for NBC.

2000: New York Sportscaster of the Year

In 2000, Al Trautwig was named the New York Sportscaster of the Year.

2001: End of Yankees Pre- and Post-Game Shows

In 2001, Al Trautwig's tenure as host of the New York Yankees' pre- and post-game shows on MSG Network came to an end.

2004: Co-Anchored Tour de France Coverage

From 2004, Al Trautwig began co-anchoring coverage of the Tour de France on Versus.

2004: Play by Play Announcer of Gymnastics Competitions

In 2004, Al Trautwig was the play by play announcer of U.S. national and international gymnastics competitions for NBC.

2005: Co-Anchored US Open Coverage

From 2005, Al Trautwig co-anchored USA Network's coverage of the US Open tennis tournament.

2006: Radio Host for Football Night in America

At the beginning of the 2006 football season, Al Trautwig became a radio host for NBC's Football Night in America on Westwood One.

2006: Hosted "Al Trautwig's MSG Vault"

In 2006, Al Trautwig hosted the MSG show "Al Trautwig's MSG Vault," featuring vintage footage of the Knicks and Rangers.

2007: Co-Anchored Tour de France Coverage

Until 2007, Al Trautwig co-anchored coverage of the Tour de France on Versus.

2008: Gymnastics Commentary Style

During the 2008 Beijing Olympics, Al Trautwig described a gymnast's pre-Olympics injury with a simile.

2008: Play by Play Announcer of Gymnastics Competitions

In 2008, Al Trautwig was the play by play announcer of U.S. national and international gymnastics competitions for NBC.

2008: Co-Anchored US Open Coverage End

Until 2008, Al Trautwig co-anchored USA Network's coverage of the US Open tennis tournament.

2012: Play by Play Announcer of Gymnastics Competitions

In 2012, Al Trautwig was the play by play announcer of U.S. national and international gymnastics competitions for NBC.

2016: Simone Biles Controversy at Rio Olympics

During the 2016 Rio Olympics, Al Trautwig caused controversy by repeatedly referring to Simone Biles's adoptive parents as her biological grandparents, refusing to acknowledge them as her parents. Following backlash, he was eventually removed from gymnastics commentary duty.

2016: Play by Play Announcer of Gymnastics Competitions

In 2016, Al Trautwig was the play by play announcer of U.S. national and international gymnastics competitions for NBC.

November 2019: Viewers Concerned About Health

In November 2019, viewers expressed concern about Al Trautwig's health after a broadcast appearance.

February 24, 2025: Alan Trautwig Death

On February 24, 2025, Alan Trautwig passed away. He was known for his work as a sports commentator on various networks and pre-game shows.