So, how do broadcasters bring you into the game? This year, Sporting News is grading announcers on how they grab your attention. This time, it’s the Mariners on Root Sports with Dave Sims and Mike Blowers.
HOME RUN CALLS
The Mariners have a three-run lead in their matinee with the Rays on May 11 when Nelson Cruz leads off the bottom of the third inning against Chris Archer. Sims’ pacing is relaxed — he’s just recounted how Seattle got its three runs — so when Archer delivers his 1-1 pitch, there is nothing distracting.
