Yankees voice John Sterling retires

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The New York Yankees announced the retirement of their long-time play-by-play radio voice, John Sterling, effective immediately.

The Athletic reported that Yankees officials and WFAN employees believe Sterling decided to retire due to issues concerning his health.

Sterling, 85, has called 5,420 regular-season Yankees games and 211 in the postseason. He will