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RIP Harry Kalas

kobefan1kobefan1 Posts: 494 ✭✭✭
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He was a great man and will be missed

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  • storm888storm888 Posts: 11,701 ✭✭✭

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    On 29 October 2008, Kalas made his second World Series call when Brad Lidge struck out Eric Hinske to win the 104th Fall Classic 1:

    “ One strike away; nothing-and-two, the count to Hinske. Fans on the their feet; rally towels are being waved. Brad Lidge stretches. The 0-2 pitch — swing and a miss, struck him out! The Philadelphia Phillies are 2008 World Champions of baseball! Brad Lidge does it again, and stays perfect for the 2008 season! 48-for-48 in save opportunities, and watch the city celebrate! Don't let the 48-hour wait diminish the euphoria of this moment, and the celebration. And it has been 28 years since the Phillies have enjoyed a World Championship; 25 years in this city with a team that has enjoyed a World Championship, and the fans are ready to celebrate. What a night!"
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  • jeffcbayjeffcbay Posts: 8,951 ✭✭✭✭
    Gees, this news hit Wiki less than 1 hour after he was pronounced dead.

    Sorry to hear about this. image
  • IronmanfanIronmanfan Posts: 5,525 ✭✭✭✭
    that is sad...I met Harry in a Chicago airport in 1987 or so when he was filling in for Harry Caray...
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  • MBMiller25MBMiller25 Posts: 6,056 ✭✭
    At least he passed in the place he loved the most. RIPimage
  • gosteelersgosteelers Posts: 2,668 ✭✭✭
    Loved to listen to Harry Kalas as a kid growing up...RIP Harry...
  • 70chip70chip Posts: 797
    Just heard and I am in shock and deeply saddened. What a great voice and gentleman. RIP Harry.
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  • intenceintence Posts: 1,255 ✭
    RIP
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  • DrJDrJ Posts: 2,213
    RIP Harry. Living in the Philadelphia area I grew up listening to Harry call the Phils and was fortunate to have met him a handful of times over the years. Always a class man and one of the true legends of broadcasting.
  • DboneesqDboneesq Posts: 18,219 ✭✭
    Do I like the Phillies? As a MET fan, NO FRIGGIN WAY! BUT, I post this LINK out of respect to Mr. Kalas .. RIP Mr Phillie!

    One of Mr. Kalas' favorite calls
    STAY HEALTHY!

    Doug

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  • stevekstevek Posts: 30,277 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I am in total shock.

    Harry was one of the most beloved broadcasters of all time and he will be sadly missed.

    RIP Harry - We loved ya!
  • jrinckjrinck Posts: 1,321 ✭✭
    Best exchange ever, between Kalas and Mike Schmidt...

    Mike Schmidt beats his wife
  • bman90278bman90278 Posts: 3,453 ✭✭✭
    Sad news for sports fans. Here is a youtube video link aout Harry when he won the David Henderson Humanitarian Award Video.

    Check it out.

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  • jayhawkejayhawke Posts: 1,325 ✭✭✭
    I will certainly miss his voice and great calls. Thanks Harry!!
  • joestalinjoestalin Posts: 12,473 ✭✭
    Was the dramatic 12-11 Phillies win over the Braves his last home game? RIP

    Kevin
  • chaz43chaz43 Posts: 2,140 ✭✭✭
    Very, very sad day. Rest in eternal Peace Harry, you will be missed. chaz
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