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Harry Kalas Statue Finally Going to be More Than Just a Blog Post Topic

Justin Klugh — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:53:06 +0000

Blogging can be tough. Look at me, I just posted a 200-word ditty accompanied by a .jpg of somebody else’s column I doodled on and called it a day! That writer’s in the Hall of Fame, too. I tell ya. Early-twentysomethings these days. Then again, some of Eric Bruntlett’s clothes are in the HOF too, so… you know.

Anyway, for years now, we bloggers have been using any and all updates of Harry Kalas’ statue as an excuse to blog our mushy little brains out. Is it happening? How’s it going? Is it done? Why isn’t it done? Can we see it? Why not? Is it invisible? And so forth.

Now, though, we will be able to glance at Harry’s immortalized likeness with actual human eyes. This Sunday, the Harry Kalas statue to end all Harry Kalas statues is being accepted at Citizens Bank Park. (more…)

Other Broadcasters to Never be Immortalized with Statues

Justin Klugh — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 13:33:16 +0000

On August 14, the Phillies will unveil the Harry Kalas statue that, if given a microphone, would instantly become our best broadcaster. Here’s a look at why our other announcers and analysts may not be getting the same treatment.

Richie Ashburn

Whitey may not have had much to say for innings at a time, but I think Citizens Bank Park could really benefit from a statue of him kicking somebody in the balls for suggesting a sac bunt. (more…)

Halladay Tosses Complete Game in Phillies 3-2 Win

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 02:32:13 +0000

Roy Halladay has thrown 58 complete games in his career. After tonight, that number climbs to 59. If it weren’t for those bastard Nationals players trying to hit the ball in the ninth innning, Doc would have shut them out. I swear some people don’t think about anyone but themselves. Doc gave up six hits and two runs while striking out nine in his third start of the year. Roy’s ERA ballooned to a staggering 1.23 after his outing and the Nationals broke a 1,000 inning scoreless streak against him with their failed comeback attempt in the ninth. (more…)