Jack Corrigan

John Joseph Corrigan (born September 12, 1952 in Cleveland, Ohio) is an American sports broadcaster and author. He has been the radio announcer for the Colorado Rockies in Major League Baseball since 2002. Previously, he spent 18 years as the television announcer for the Cleveland Indians.

Early life and education Corrigan grew up in the West Park neighborhood on Cleveland's west side. His large Irish-American family attended nearby Catholic church, Our Lady of Angels, where he also attended grade school. He attended St. Ignatius High School in Cleveland, where he played football, graduating in 1970.

He attended Cornell University, where he played wide receiver for four seasons. He graduated in 1974. He earned a master's degree in Speech from Kent State University. He wrote his master's thesis on NFL Films.

Personal life Corrigan and his wife, Lisa, have two children, Megan and Mike. He also is the brother to Princeton University defensive end, Daniel Corrigan. Daniel Corrigan leads the Tigers in touchdowns, tackles, sacks and punt returns and currently is a history teacher at his alma mater Saint Ignatius High School.

In 2006, Jack Corrigan suffered two minor strokes, missing several games. He was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation.