For the 26th consecutive year, IBEW broadcast members provided the sights and sounds for Fox Sports’ coverage of the World Series, which was transmitted to viewers around the world.
First, New York Local 1212 member Dave Chesney (top left) prepares a camera before Game 3 at Dodgers Stadium on Oct. 27. At top right, Philadelphia Local 98 member Anthony “Rug” Lomastro sets up microphones and transmitters inside a base on Oct. 26, one day before Game 3. At right, Chicago Local 1220 member Al Ishu prepares his camera before Game 3.
The Los Angeles Dodgers won their second consecutive title, beating the Toronto Blue Jays four games to three. The series was televised by Sportsnet in Canada.
Dating to 1990, IBEW members have worked as camera operators and technicians 32 times at the World Series. CBS, where the IBEW also has jurisdiction, televised the Fall Classic in 1990-93. Fox Sports televised it in 1996 and 1998. It has televised the World Series every year since 2000 and has the rights through the 2028 season.
