Yankees honor John Sterling with memorial patch after legendary broadcaster’s death

The New York Yankees are honoring longtime broadcaster John Sterling following his death at age 87. The team announced players will wear a memorial patch featuring a microphone and Sterling’s name on their sleeves for the rest of the season, starting May 18 against the Blue Jays. Sterling called more than 5,000 consecutive games and five World Series championships during his 36-year career, leaving a lasting legacy in Yankees history.