Powell: possible Braves announcer?

[Schlitz001]

Maybe all of those replays on ESPN where he has been falsely represented as Bob Uecker finally got to him http://forum.brewerfan.net/images/smilies/wink.gif

 

There have been long threads in the past debating the worth of the TV commentators past and present, but I don't think anyone would debate what Jim Powell and Bob Uecker bring to the Brewers broadcast. I've gotten so used to Powell since he took the job that I can't imagine anyone else doing what he does at as high a level. Don't leave.

[thablingster]

I would definitely miss JP if he left. I've very much enjoyed his PBP abilities, even more than Uecker. I always have hoped when Uecker decided to retire Powell would become the full time PBP guy.

 

I really couldn't blame him for taking this opportunity if it is officially offered to him, though.

[logan82]

I think we should offer Powell 6/$140M to stay. I men PBP announcers rarely get hurt so the contract is low risk.

 

Seriously though, I would hate to "hear" Powell leave. I don't listen to radio much, but he is very good and his weekly show has very good interviews.

[mothershipconnection]

We finally don't suck and the outcome is other teams realizing the Brewers actually exist and stealing their talent.

[Team Canada]

D'oh, that's what I get for not reading closely. Then I'm slightly more concerned, but still not too worried yet.

[Brian the Automator]

Obviously, if it turns out that JP is moving on, I'm excited for him and wish him all the best. At the same time, I really, really, really, hope he doesn't leave.

[pitchleague]

if it came down to CC re-signing with the Brewers or Jim Powell stays with the club . . . it's Powell all the way.

 

I really was tempted to just do a one-line all-blue "eh, he's okay," to compliment other's gushing man-love comments, but I decided to go against the route.

 

Jim does check out the site (I don't know how much during the off-season) and I'd venture a guess that he's already checked out this thread. He could leave Milwaukee for a bigger (not necessarily a better) market, earn more money for his family, and return closer to his collegiate stomping grounds. Or he could stick around, continue his already impressive work with the Brewers, take over for a Hall of Fame legend, and continue building his own (Hall of Fame, likely) legacy as the new Voice of the Brewers for the next 50 years.

 

Jim, I guess what it all comes down to is the slogan of those old Alcoa commercials, "You make the call!" Whatever the answer is, I suppose, it won't be a "wrong" answer, despite what many Brewer fans will say. Good luck (if this rumor is true)!

[PKBadger]

My suggestion to the Braves? Leave JP alone and promote your AAA radio announcer....Tony Schiavone?!

 

I suppose that after putting up with Bobby Heenan and having to constantly avoid being power-bombed through a table by Kevin Nash, the leisurely pace of Braves baseball would be a nice change of pace. http://forum.brewerfan.net/images/smilies/smile.gif

[Invader3K]

Tony Schiavone as the Braves announcer? That would be..."the greatest night in the history of our sport!"

[fondybrewfan]

What is so great about Georgia anyways? Peaches aren't that great.

 

Beer and cheese are way better.

[Brian the Automator]

They do have Waffle House.

[Bring Back the Stein]

I usually think, when the Brewers are winning, about how much Uecker has suffered over the years, but at least he saw some of the good times. Powell deserves to see a good stretch just as much, especially since he kept the fires burning during the lean times with reports from the farm in a way that I never heard while living in the Chicago, New York, Houston and Baltimore markets.

 

What's the highest civilian honor awarded by the Brewers, the equivalent of the Order of Lenin? Maybe rename the press box cafeteria for Powell?

 

Anyway, no need to compare Uecker unfavorably to Powell. Now, if you want to compare him to Santo, go right ahead.

[southpaw121505]

I agree with pretty much everyone. I'd be devastated to see him go, he does an amazing job and makes my summer nights while working more enjoyable.

[Tbadder]

Powell is the best period. At this point I like him even more than Scully. Easily the best Brewers' announcer ever. I'm really gonna miss him. Just goes to show you how Milwaukee cannot compete in the marketplace. Geez, this is depressing.

[TooLiveBrew]

Well he hasn't signed away yet Tbadder. Not really fair to say the Brewers can't compete if they haven't even had a chance yet to see an offer they might need to match

[discipledemonhunterfan]

We do need Jim Powell to stay! He is a phenomenal announcer! Having listened to him for thousands of hours, I agree that he and Uecker are absolutely the best announcing duo in baseball! I think Jim deserves to be a future Hall of Famer!

[RU Rah Rah]

I think I might be the only person in the history of BF.net not to express unbridled love for JP.

[valpocrewsader]

...And I was just about to comment that this was the most unanimous thread ever in the history of the forum.

[sgtcluels]

Ha! JP is a great broadcaster, the only issue is he can toot the team line a little to much at times. I know it's his job to stay up beat and try to be positive, but some times it's a bit much!

[Oldcity]

He is a bit too rose-colored sometimes, but he gives more information during a game than anyone I've heard.

[PrimeTime955]

Not much that I can add that hasn't already been added. I work nights during the week in the summer and there is absolutely no way I could survive my job if I didn't get to listen to Bob and Jim. The combination is absolutely magic. With Bob's stories and Jim's insight and play calling abilities its always great work.

[BREWCREW5]

Unfortunately, this is just another example of how playing/working for the Brewers doesnt appear to be most people's first choice.

[endaround]

Unfortunately, this is just another example of how playing/working for the Brewers doesnt appear to be most people's first choice.

 

Based on what? A rumor spread in an online chat with no source?

[wisportswriter]

As someone who has paid attention for a long time and come to value good work in the broadcast booth, I can say only this ...

 

Please, please no.

[jwaltz]

I sure hope he stays. When listening you can tell he's having a lot of fun calling the games. Even the bad games. Plus his play by play is fantastic.

 

Please don't leave us Jim.