Dave Sims Clarifies Origins of Yankees Catchphrase Amid Howard Stern's Comments

Dave Sims, in his inaugural season as the New York Yankees' radio play-by-play announcer, has drawn attention for his home run call, 'Hey now!', which he attributed to a Frank Sinatra song. This catchphrase recently caught the eye of Howard Stern, who noted its similarity to his own usage on his show, stemming from his admiration for 'The Larry Sanders Show.' While Sims acknowledged that Stern's influence is part of his background, he clarified that the phrase originally comes from Sinatra's 1932 song. Stern welcomed Sims to the Yankees, humorously suggesting Sims should incorporate a more explicit phrase from his own repertoire into his calls. Sims previously used 'Hey now!' during his time with the Seattle Mariners, and his transition to the Yankees has been met with positive reviews. The exchange highlights the blend of media influences and the shared cultural references between the two broadcasters.