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Best memory of Harry Kalas

What is your best memory of the late Phillies broadcaster Harry Kalas?

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Interviews by Anthony Love, Photos by Tammy Attama

 

 

"In the World Series, 'The Phillies are our champs.' I'm glad he got to call the World Series."

Perry Dortone,
Eighth and Wolf streets

 

 

"I loved the way he pronounced names. He gave everybody character on the baseball field."

Nick Murphy,
15th and Bernard streets

 

 

 

 

"The last out of the [2008] World Series since he didn't get to call the 1980 World Series victory. 'Lidge struck him out!'"

Chris Coyle, Ninth
Street and Snyder Avenue

 

 

"His home run call was his signature. 'That ball is outta here.' I loved him."

Joseph Quinn,
16th Street and Croatan Place

 

 

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