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1/7: New Braves announcer? Jim Powell from Brewers a possibility
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Here’s some bio info on the guy. He’s been with the Brewers for 12 years.
If he joins the Braves, he’d be replacing retiring Pete Van Wieren, who mostly did radio last year. The Braves are currently on 94.9/The Bull and 640/WGST-AM on the radio and mostly Peachtree TV and Fox Sports South for TV.
Comments
By Brian
January 6, 2009 6:56 PM | Link to this
Why not hire Tony Schivonie? He’s doing the AAA Gwinnett Braves this year. He is actually a good play by play guy. He’s had television experience, and he has a connection to Atlanta fans after being the voice of Turner’s WCW for years.
By MartyFunkhouser
January 7, 2009 3:57 AM | Link to this
I’ve heard some clips of Jim Powell’s work with the Brewers and based on that, I believe he’d be a solid choice. The fact that he has ties to the area is certainly a plus.
By Matt
January 13, 2009 2:05 PM | Link to this
Jim is a great choice. One of the top announcers in the industry. He worked at WSB for a couple of years. Fun personality. Just say no to Tony Schiavone .. he’s horrible with that nasal shouting voice.
By Scott
January 18, 2009 8:02 PM | Link to this
Jim Powell is a sports encyclopedia! He was one of my college roommates at UGa. I am glas he will be getting back to his home town and I wish him all the luck in the world! He will do a fantastic job for the Braves.
By Travis
January 22, 2009 1:20 AM | Link to this
I am a Brewers fan coming to you guys saying we are all crushed up here to be losing Jim. You guys are getting one of the best announcers in baseball, you guys will love him.