NBC Sports California names Chris Kaylay as play-by-play announcer for Oakland Athletics
the 4th Generation MLB announcer joins A's main TV play-by-play voice Jenny Kavner
San Francisco – February 20, 2024 – NBC Sports California Named Chris Caray It was announced Tuesday that a play-by-play announcer will be used to broadcast Oakland Athletics games. He joins Jenny Cavner, who was named the primary play-by-play voice for the network's A's coverage last week. Carey is the fourth generation of his family to serve as a play-by-play announcer for Major League Baseball.
Most recently, Karai, along with his identical twin brother Stefan, provided play-by-play for the Amarillo Sod Poodles, the Double-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks, and the Arizona Fall League. He previously held the same role with the Cotuit Kettlers of the Cape Cod Baseball League. Karai also played baseball at Valdosta State University, baseball, softball and soccer at Georgia Gwinnett College.
“Chris has great skills as an announcer and a true passion for his craft, which is why he is so passionate about his career in broadcasting,” said Matt Murphy, president and general manager of NBC Sports California and NBC Sports Bay Area. That's why I'm developing my talent.” “We are proud to have Chris and Jenny join Dallas Braden as members of our talented A's coverage team and look forward to the season with them in the broadcast booth.”
Carey followed his father, Chip, grandfather, Skip, and great-grandfather, Harry, into the world of MLB broadcasting. Chip Carey is currently the television play-by-play voice for the St. Louis Cardinals. Skip Curry is most famous for calling Atlanta Braves games from 1976 until 2008. Harry Curry received the National Baseball Hall of Fame's Ford C. Frick Award in recognition of his significant contributions to baseball during his legendary broadcast career covering the Cardinals (1945). Athletics (1970), Chicago White Sox (1971 to 1981), Chicago Cubs (1982 to 1997).
“Since I was 12 years old, I dreamed of being a major league announcer,” Carey said. “I am so happy that that dream has now come true. I am honored and proud to join the rich history of the Oakland Athletics franchise. I can’t wait to grow with California, Jenny Cavner, and Dallas Braden.”
Karai earned a degree in journalism from the University of Georgia. During his student days, he served as the sports director for his college radio station, WUOG Radio, for his two years. In this role, he received the prestigious WSB Radio Award, which recognizes Georgia's best student broadcaster.
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