Tom Hamilton Wins Frick Award for Broadcasting

Tom Hamilton, the iconic voice of Cleveland Guardians baseball games for 35 seasons, has been awarded the prestigious Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in broadcasting by the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Hamilton, who joined the Cleveland broadcast team in 1990, became the primary play-by-play announcer following Herb Score's retirement in 1997. He will be honored during the Hall of Fame Induction Weekend from July 25-28, 2025, in Cooperstown, New York. Hamilton was chosen as the 49th recipient of the award by a committee of 16 members from a list of ten finalists that included notable broadcasters like Skip Caray and Gary Cohen. Known for his passionate and knowledgeable commentary, Hamilton has also been recognized as the Ohio Sportscaster of the Year seven times and has called over 100 postseason games. His contribution to Cleveland baseball broadcasting has cemented his status as a beloved figure among fans and peers alike.