PHILADELPHIA (AP) -Thousands of fans have filed into Citizens Bank Park to bid farewell to legendary broadcaster Harry Kalas, the voice of the Phillies.
The Hall of Fame announcer known for his signature “Outta here!” home-run call, died Monday in Washington. He collapsed in the broadcast booth before a game against the Nationals. He was 73.
Hundreds of fans began waiting outside the ballpark as early as 4 a.m. Saturday to get a chance to pay their respects to the beloved broadcaster. Many people wearing Phillies’ gear entered through the third-base gate and were greeted by team president Dave Montgomery and chairman Bill Giles.
Many mourners wept as they passed by Kalas’ casket, located behind home plate.
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