A Busy Man with a Passion for Hockey
There are not enough hours in a 24-hour day for Dave Starman, but he makes the most of his dream job and family business. Between his roles as a radio analyst for the New York Rangers and chief operating officer of the Autotap Corporation, Starman, 58, is busier than ever. "I adore every minute of it," he said in an email, and I never get tired because I love both my jobs.
Autotap, a fountain beverage service provider started by Starman's great-grandfather, Joseph, in 1900 and incorporated in 1925, is overseen by Starman. He manages sales, service, and installation of fountain equipment, as well as 10 trucks on delivery routes throughout the city. He also personally responds to every customer email, demonstrating his commitment.
Despite his busy schedule, hockey remains a significant part of his life. Growing up in Belle Harbor, New York, on the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, Starman developed a passion for the sport. He played for the Greater New York Stars and later at the University of Hartford, and even coached a youth hockey team in Connecticut. His broadcasting career began as a college hockey analyst on CSTV, later known as the CBS Sports Network.
When CBS ended its college hockey coverage in March 2025, Starman found himself without a mic. However, a miracle occurred when he reached out to Kenny Albert, play-by-play announcer for MSG Networks and the "NHL on TNT." Albert connected Starman with Kevin Meininger, a senior coordinating producer at MSG Networks, leading to Starman securing the radio analyst role. He has since called almost 100 games, still in disbelief at his good fortune.