Too bad — and just in time for Opening Day too. Puts kind of a cloud on it.
When Lon Simmons was paired with Bill King as the Oakland A’s radio announcers (and local TV simulcast), I would listen just to hear them call the games. Those were good times.
I grew up listening to Lon Simmons call not only Giants games, but the 49ers as well. He was a top-line sportscaster with very deep knowledge of the game and the players. He was a gem. RIP.
That is sad news. Lon was absolutely the best
“Tell it goooooood bye”.....May the angels sing him home
RIP.
Guys like Jim Nantz and Joe Buck can’t hold a candle to the play callers of yesteryear.
Rest In Peace