Kenny Albert Biography

Fast Facts

• Called the historic 3D telecast of the game between the New York Rangers and New York Islanders in 2010
• Only play-by-play broadcaster who calls all four major sports (NBA, NFL, NHL and MLB)
• In 1990, he earned a degree from New York University
• Son of sportscaster Marv Albert and nephew of sportscasters Al and Steve Albert
• Love of broadcasting began at age five when he received a tape recorder for his birthday and set up his room like a studio
• Called his first NHL game in 1989 at age 21 (New York Islanders vs․ Winnipeg)
• Has called the action for over 1,500 professional hockey games over the last two decades
• Worked as an announcer for men's and women's ice hockey during the 2002 (Salt Lake City), 2006 (Turin) and 2010 (Vancouver) Winter Olympics
• Has worked as an announcer for Golden Gloves boxing matches
• Worked as the lead broadcaster for the 2010 Major League Baseball All-Star Game