Fred Hoey

Fred Hoey
Born(1884-05-12)May 12, 1884[1]
DiedNovember 17, 1949(1949-11-17) (aged 65)
Years active1925–1938
Sports commentary career
Team(s)Boston Braves, Boston Red Sox
GenrePlay-by-play
SportMajor League Baseball
EmployerCBS Radio, Mutual

Fred James Hoey (May 12, 1884 – November 17, 1949) was an American radio sports announcer who was the first full-time voice of Major League Baseball in Boston. Hoey called games for the Boston Braves during 1925–1938 and Boston Red Sox during 1927–1938.

  1. ^ "Draft Registration Card". Selective Service System. September 12, 1918. Retrieved September 20, 2020 – via fold3.com.