New York has lost a broadcasting icon. Al Trautwig, the longtime voice of MSG Network and a beloved commentator for the New York Knicks and Rangers, has passed away at the age of 68.
A Respected Voice in Sports
Trautwig’s MSG colleague, Alan Hahn, shared the heartbreaking news on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday morning.
“I’m sad to share the news that we lost a legendary voice in sports. But we lost a lot more than that,” Hahn wrote. “He was not only a friend but a mentor and a teacher. He was, personally, one of my biggest resources of support when I moved into this career.”
Hahn concluded his tribute with a simple but heartfelt message: “Rest in peace, [Al Trautwig]. 💔”
A Storied Career
Al Trautwig’s career at MSG spanned decades, beginning in 1989. He became a fixture in New York sports media, hosting pre- and post-game coverage for the Knicks and Rangers. He occasionally stepped in for play-by-play duties for the Rangers and also covered the New York Yankees.
Beyond his work at MSG, Trautwig was widely recognized for his coverage of Olympic gymnastics, a role he held for nearly 20 years before stepping away in 2016. His passionate commentary helped bring the excitement of the Games to millions of viewers.
