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
Can The Albany Empire Get A Big Win On Sunday Afternoon At Home?
Maybe a Sunday 2pm kickoff will get things turned around for the Albany Empire. The Empire needs to stop the bleeding and beat Columbus at the MVP Arena.
Should The Brooklyn Nets Extend Kyrie Irving?
As talented as Kyrie Irving is, there is always plenty of drama attached to his name, whether it be positive or negative drama.
We Had Two Great Local Guests On Today For Big Board Sports
MJ and I were joined by Kevin Huerter of the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. We were also joined by Matt Bergevin of the Albany Dutchmen.
Should The New York Yankees Be Worried About The Boston Red Sox?
Don’t count out the Boston Red Sox. While I don’t think they will catch the New York Yankees, the Red Sox are a playoff team.
How Impressive Was Averill Park’s State Title Win?
Head Coach George Brooks has done a remarkable job with the Averill Park baseball program, and now AP can celebrate with a Class A State Championship.
Can The Boston Celtics Survive And Win Game 6?
The Boston Celtics can definitely force a game seven in their NBA Finals Series with Golden State, but they better not count on Steph Curry going 0-9 again.
Can The Albany Patroons Win And Advance In The TBL Playoffs?
The Albany Patroons who had the best record in The Basketball League during the regular season, still had to open the post season on the road.
Who Will Win The 154th Running Of The Belmont Stakes?
There wasn’t much respect shown for Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike when the post positions were drawn for Saturday’s running of the Belmont Stakes.
How Will Gary Sanchez And Gio Urshela Play Vs The Yankees?
Yankee fans were happy to see catcher Gary Sanchez leave the Bronx, but be careful what you wish for. The Yankees are off to blistering 39-15 record.
How Did Kumar Rocker Do In His Debut For The Tri City ValletCats?
Kumar Rocker wasn’t lights out in his ValleyCats debut on Saturday, but over 4,000 fans saw why he was a first round pick last July of the New York Mets.
Which Capital Region Event This Weekend Will Draw The Most Fans?
This will truly be an epic weekend for sports in the Capital Region. There are a plethora of options to choose from as to where fans want to go.
How Impressive Was This Ranger Win Last Night In Game 1?
It’s only one game, but what a statement by the New York Rangers in Game One of their Eastern Conference Final against Tampa Bay.
Can The New York Rangers Beat The Tampa Bay Lightning?
This is now a Ranger team that feels like they can knock off the defending Stanley Cup Champion Tampa Bay Lightning.
How Long Can The Mets Keep Winning Without Their Ace Pitchers?
The New York Mets have really impressed me thus far in this still early 2022 MLB season. as they are weathering the storm without Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer.
Can Shaker’s Jeff Hoffman Keep Pitching Well For The Reds?
Shaker grad Jeff Hoffman is having a good season so far, on a bad Cincinnati Reds team. Hoffman has settled into a bullpen roll with an ERA of 1.59.
Can The New York Mets Keep Winning Without deGrom Or Scherzer?
If the Mets continue to hit, they will overcome any starting pitching issues they might have until Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer return to the rotation.
Who Will Win The Best Of 3 Series Between Saratoga and Shaker?
I like the format change for the Class AA baseball finals. For the first time, it’s a best of 3 series at Joe Bruno Stadium to determine the Section 2 Champion.
How Impressive Was This Preakness Win For Chad Brown?
After the watching the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, Mechanicville trainer Chad Brown sets himself up for the Travers Stakes at Saratoga in August.
How Will This Max Scherzer Injury Impact The New York Mets?
The loss of starting pitcher Max Scherzer for 6 to 8 weeks comes at a time when the Mets are already dealing with the loss of their other ace Jacob deGrom.
Who Will Win It All For Suburban Council High School Baseball?
We thought the Suburban Council would be highly competitive this season, and we were not wrong. The next two weeks should provide plenty of drama.
How Good Of A Season Will The Tri City ValleyCats Have in 2022?
Manager Pete Incaviglia has a quality team, that will compete for the Frontier League Championship, and the Cats hope to draw 3,000 fans per game this summer.
Can The New York Rangers Win Their Series Over The Hurricanes?
Can the Rangers beat Carolina? They absolutely can, because it’s young team coming of age at just the right time.
How Did The New York Rangers Comeback And Beat The Penguins?
The Rangers and Penguins series was absolutely incredible. If you love fast paced and intense playoff hockey, than this was the series for you.
Will The New York Giants Finally Have A Good Season In 2022?
We will learn about the Giants very early on in the upcoming season. They play Tennessee, Dallas and Green Bay in the first five weeks of the season.
Does Rich Strike Actually Have A Chance To Win The Preakness?
The Preakness Stakes is not until May 21st, but there is no way Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike is going to win. I am still shocked he won the Derby.
Will Tom Brady Be A Successful Broadcaster Once He Retires?
Why is there so much fuss over Tom Brady joining Fox Sports when he finally retires? We all make such a big deal over who announces the game.
Why Does Everybody Seem To Love This Yankee Pitcher?
Nestor Cortes is quickly becoming a Yankee favorite, and why not. He’s been Nasty on the mound so far this season
Rich Strike Made History In Winning The Kentucky Derby Saturday
Saturday was a perfect example of how the Kentucky Derby can be so much fun and frustrating, all at the same time. In a 20 horse field anything is possible.
How In The World Did The New York Mets Win Last Night?
The New York Mets pulled off one of the most improbable victories I have ever seen last night over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Which Local Pitcher Shut Down The New York Mets Yesterday?
Even when Ian Anderson didn’t have his best stuff, he found a way to beat the Mets on Wednesday at Citi Field.