I joined WNYT-TV NewsChannel 13 in August 1986 as a weekend sports anchor/sports reporter. I am now the Sports Director, anchoring at 6 and 11 p.m. I also hosts Big Board Radio Sports Talk weekdays from 10 a.m. to noon on 104.5 The Team, and is the play by play announcer for UAlbany Football and Basketball. Prior to joining WNYT-TV, I was the Sports Director at WTAJ in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where I anchored sports on weekdays at 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. I am a recipient of the Iris Award, presented for a half-hour special featuring tri-athlete John Gracey.I also am the winner of three New York State Broadcasters Awards for local sports coverage. A native of Altoona, I graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Broadcasting in 1984. While at PSU, I was a play-by-play announcer at PSU basketball games for WPSX-TV. I reside in Albany County with his wife and kids, and a crazy yellow lab.
Rodger Wyland
Should Met Fans Be Happy Or Upset With Max Scherzer Now Gone?
Scherzer had a few good starts, but the rest were duds and when you consider the millions he was making, he was a total bust this season.
Did The New York Mets Make A Mistake Trading David Robertson?
The Mets traded their closer David Robertson early this morning to the Miami Marlins in exchange for two rookie league minor league teenagers.
Are We Buying In Too Much With These 2023 New York Jets?
The New York Jets have a lot of buzz surrounding them for this upcoming 2023 season. It is deserved when you have Aaron Rodger as your new quarterback.
Why Does It Seem There Isn’t Any Buzz With This Subway Series?
It is disappointing that there isn't as much buzz for the Subway Series as both New York teams are struggling and just aren't very good.
How Important Was This New Deal For Saquon And The NY Giants?
When the Giants open training camp on Wednesday the expectations will be higher than they were a year ago, but can they put together another playoff season?
Why Is York Mets Ace Max Scherzer So Hard To Read This Season?
Max Scherzer is impossible to figure out, and it will end up costing the New York Mets a trip to the postseason.
Hear Our Siena Basketball and Baseball Interviews From This Week
MJ and I had on Siena men's basketball head coach Carmen Maciarello and brand new Siena baseball head coach Alex Jurczynski right here on Big Board Sports.
What In The World Is Wrong With The New York Yankees?
The New York Yankees are a very bad baseball team right now. It is getting very hard to watch them play baseball as they look lost after the all star break.
Did The Patriots Miss Out By Not Getting DeAndre Hopkins?
The New Patriots totally missed on wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, and it was all because they would not spend the money. Hopkins would have been a perfect fit.
Where Does Funny Cide Rank All Time In Horse Racing?
It was sad hearing the news that Funny Cide the first New York Bred to win the Kentucky Derby died on Sunday at the age of 23.
Will The New York Giants Pay Saquon Barkley A New Deal Or Not?
Monday is deadline day for the New York Giants and Saquon Barkley. Both sides have been at an impasse for a while now.
Will This Be The Biggest And Best Summer At Saratoga Yet In 2023?
The Saratoga racing season opens on Thursday, and there is nothing better than the 40 days of racing at the Spa.