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
Is The Best Still Yet To Come For Gerrit Cole In The Postseason?
Give Cole credit for delivering in the playoffs. He had great stuff on Tuesday and despite giving up an early home run, lived up to his $324M contract.
Hear What Union’s Josh Hauge Thinks About Bentley Tonight
Here is our interview with Union Men's Hockey head coach Josh Hauge from earlier this morning on Big Board Sports. Below is the full interview enjoy!
Just How Good Has CBA Quarterback Donald Jones Been This Season?
CBA is the best Class AA team again this season. Junior Quarterback Donald Jones is so athletic, and a player who can beat you with both his legs and arm.
Who Is To Blame For The NY Mets Disappointing End To 2022?
Max Scherzer failed when the New York Mets needed him the most, and Scherzer is the reason the Mets were a one and done in the playoffs.
Hear What RPI’s Dave Smith Said About His Team’s First Two Wins
Here is our interview today with RPI Men's Hockey Head Coach Dave Smith. You can hear his weekly segment with myself and MJ every Tuesday at 11:15 am. Enjoy!
AP’s Tom Canavan Warns NY Giants Fans Not To Get Too Excited
The Giants pulled off a shocking win over Green Bay in London and this season now takes on a different tone. Daniel Jones is playing at a very high level.
The NY Yankees Have One Major Concern According To Tim Kurkjian
Tim seems to think the Yankees biggest concern is the bullpen as they are entering the playoffs "without having bullpen certainty".
How Far Can The New York Mets Go In The MLB Postseason?
The New York Mets by not winning the National League East have an extremely difficult road to reach the World Series.
Hear Our Interviews With Union Hockey Coach Josh Hauge
This is the place to hear our Big Board Sports Interviews with Union Men's Hockey head Coach Josh Hauge every Thursday at 11:30 am. Below are our first two interviews with Coach Hauge who is in his first year as head coach. Enjoy!
What Does Coach Gattuso Think About UA’s Big Game This Saturday?
The UAlbany Football team is off to a 1-3 start this season. They are gaining some confidence after defeating Central Connecticut State in their last game.
How Excited Should RPI Hockey Fans Be About This Season?
MJ and I will have on RPI Men's Hockey Head Coach Dave Smith every Tuesday at 11:15. Here is the place to find our awesome interviews with coach. Below are our interviews with Coach Smith from Tuesday 9/27 and 10/4. Enjoy!
Can The New York Giants Keep Winning Football Games?
The New York Giants will win a few more games this season, if they are going to hand it off to Saquon Barkley 31 times a game like they did against the Bears.
How Did The New York Mets Get Swept By The Atlanta Braves?
The Mets now sit on Monday two games behind the Braves with three games remaining in the regular season. The Mets have nobody to blame but themselves.
Why Daniel Jones Shouldn’t Be Blamed For The Giants Loss Monday
The Giants lost the game because they were dominated on both sides of the line of scrimmage. They lost 23-16 to the Cowboys.
How Will Coach Carm And Siena Men’s Basketball Do In 2022-23?
Head coach Carmen Maciariello has plenty of good parts including veteran leadership from Jackson Stormo and Jayce Johnson.
Will Aaron Judge Break The Homerun Record This Weekend Vs Boston?
He is leading the American League in every offensive category possible and is the reason the Yankees are so good and competitive this season.
Will The Buffalo Bills Win At The Miami Dolphins On Sunday?
The Buffalo Bills will be tested for the first time this season at Miami on Sunday. The Bills will win, but the Dolphins will cover the spread.
Can The New England Patriots Beat The Baltimore Ravens On Sunday?
It’s only week 3 of the NFL season, but it’s an important game for the New England Patriots on Sunday. A win over the Ravens would put them back on the map.
How Deep Will The New York Mets Go In The 2022 MLB Postseason?
If Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer can stay healthy the rest of the season, and that’s a big if, the Mets can win the World Series.
How Impressive Were The NY Giants In Their Week 2 Win On Sunday?
Head Coach Brian Daboll is already changing the culture with the Giants. In just two weeks you can see how Daboll is putting his mark on the team.
Can The New York Giants Win Vs The Carolina Panthers In Week 2?
I like the Giants to win again on Sunday, and start their season 2-0 under first year head coach Brian Daboll.
When Will Ian Anderson Be Back Pitching With The Atlanta Braves?
Ian Anderson’s season is most likely over after he suffered an oblique injury with the Triple-A Gwinnett team.
NY Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh Said What About The NY Media?
Saleh has 14 losses in his first 18 games as a head coach, and there is no end in sight. It’s year two, and there needs to be more improvement.
How Big Of A Year Will Saquon Barkley Have In 2022?
If running back Saquon Barkley is going to consistently perform like he did on Sunday vs the Titans, the Giants will win more than six games this season.
Can The NY Jets Fix Their Mistakes And Get Back To Winning Football?
It’s going to be a very long season for the New York Jets. Defensively they are much improved but the offense is awful.
Can UAlbany Win Vs New Hampshire Tomorrow Night At Casey Stadium?
It’s only the first CAA conference game of the season for the UAlbany football team on Saturday, but beating UNH could set the tone for the rest of the season.
Who Will Win The NL East The Atlanta Braves Or The New York Mets?
The Mets currently lead the NL East by only a half of a game over the Atlanta Braves with just under one month left in the regular season.
How Good Will The New York Giants Do In The 2022 NFL Season?
Can the Giants get off to a good start this season with a win at Tennessee to open the season? They have notoriously started out of the gate slowly.
How Great Was This 2022 Saratoga Horse Racing Season?
Attendance was once again over 1 million, and for the third time in the last four years a new all sources handle record was set at the Spa.
Who Else Is Excited For UAlbany’s 2022 Football Season To Begin?
To call the UAlbany football team's opening game on Saturday at No.10 Baylor challenging, would be an understatement.