Harry and Whitey, remembered; Kalas to be honored in several ways, beginning Friday
The Phils will begin honoring late, Hall of Fame announcer Harry Kalas when they return home Friday. There will be a memorial service Saturday (see post below).
Here are the items just sent from the Phillies:
* The television booth in which Harry broadcast since Citizens Bank Park opened in 2004 will be named the Harry Kalas Broadcast Booth, “That ball’s outta here!” A plaque will be hung to officially name the booth. The neighboring radio booth is named the Richie (“Whitey”) Ashburn Broadcast Booth, “This game’s easy, Harry.”
* The ceremonial first ball will be thrown by Harry’s three sons, Todd, Brad and Kane.
* Prior to the National Anthem, to be sung by Harry’s son Kane, there will be a moment of silence.
* All fans will receive an 8”x10” color photograph of Harry.
* Harry’s signature will be displayed on the field during the seven-game homestand beginning on Friday.
* Also for the seven games, a black drape will appear in front of the Phillies radio and TV booths and the Phillies flag in Ashburn Alley will be hung at half-mast.
* A video of Harry’s career will be aired on PhanaVision.
* During the seventh-inning stretch, a video of Harry singing “High Hopes” will be shown on PhanaVision. Fans will be encouraged to join in.
ALSO:
* During the first half-inning of the game televised by Comcast Network Philadelphia (formerly CN8), there will be no announcer commentary.
* Throughout the remainder of the season, a billboard honoring Harry will be displayed on the outfield wall.
* As previously announced, an HK patch will be worn on Phillies uniforms this season.
* Throughout the 2009 season, following every Phillies home run, Harry’s legendary “Outta Here!” home run call will be played over the PA system as the Liberty Bell lights up.
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