The honor is indicative of broadcasters who demonstrate “commitment to excellence, quality of broadcasting abilities, reverence within the game, popularity with fans, and recognition by peers.”

Tom Hamilton, who has called Cleveland games on the radio for 35 seasons, is the Hall of Fame’s Ford C. Frick Award winner for excellence in broadcasting.

Tom Hamilton, who has called Cleveland games on the radio for 35 seasons, won the Hall of Fame's Ford C. Frick Award for excellence in broadcasting on Wednesday.