Philadelphia sports announcer Harry Kalas died in the announcer’s booth in Washington, DC before a game today. He’s been with the Phillies for about 39 years. He was 73 yrs old.

From Wikipedia:

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!

I’m glad he was there! Baseball won’t be the same without hearing his -‘outta here’.

Harry Kalas, originally uploaded by sweetgoddess71.

RIP