Ernie Harwell has inoperable cancer

News as his is the voice that turned many of us into lifelong fans of the game.

Ernie, we'll always love you and best wishes in your fight.

over 2 years ago N Oakley 10 comments 0 recs |

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1987 Jamie Moyer Game

When Harry Caray was away from the broadcasting booth in 1987 because of a stroke, Ernie Harwell announced a game between the Cubs and Phillies on WGN. Jamie Moyer took a no-hitter into the ninth inning before it got broken up.

I looked it up and it was on April 13, 1987. Juan Samuel broke up the no-no. Lee Smith came in to get the save with the Cubs winning 5-2.

That is the only complete game I have ever heard Harwell announce. I love his voice. Even with all those years in Detroit, Harwell has never lost that southern accent.

"The big possums walk late." - Harry Caray

by memphiscub on Sep 4, 2009 12:50 PM CDT reply actions

You missed something special by not being able to hear more of him. There are recordings available.

See my post below…

Quia tuum es fatum titulis discidiis, vexillinis limbis nationalis,
gloriam seriis mundialisque, nunc et in saecula saeculorum...

Amen.

by Zeke on Sep 6, 2009 10:29 AM CDT up reply actions

Seriously...this year is an awful year to be an radio or newscaster

Harry Kalas
Paul Harvey
Walter Kronkite

I'm a lefty, maybe Lou should give me a shot for a position in the bullpen!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 4, 2009 2:13 PM CDT reply actions

DETROIT TIGER LEGEND

and Hall of Fame radio voice of the Tigers . Will always remember meeting him when I was 12 . He is in our thoughts and prayers . People like Ernie don’t come around very often .

by cubs north on Sep 4, 2009 6:40 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs

Never met him like you did, but...

… couldn’t have said it better.

"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra

by Al Yellon on Sep 5, 2009 7:20 AM CDT up reply actions

True baseball Legend

No one should have to go through what he is now.

I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT

by cubsluver22 on Sep 4, 2009 7:05 PM CDT reply actions

A legendary voice

He touched a lot of us. Through a shared passion for the game, or through a more common thread. I used to listen to him here in Iowa. One of those odd things about AM radio that sometimes I could get Tigers games at night crystal clear. From the report I heard on the radio he’s decided how he wants to exit the world, and he’s not looking back in regret. A rich, full life.

by Nibbles on Sep 5, 2009 8:26 AM CDT reply actions

I met Ernie Harwell a few years ago

through a friend who works for the White Sox. He gave me a copy of his book, which he also autographed for me.

He seemed a very genuine guy, and I will be praying for God’s mercy on him and his family.

"Was you ever punched in the face five hundred times a night? It stings after a while." ~Rocky Balboa

by Goodie1969 on Sep 5, 2009 11:31 AM CDT reply actions

Ernie is the spokesperson for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan and often did public promotion appearances for them.

I had the opportunity to meet him at one of these functions and spend a little time talking with him. He’s an amazing person and a fountain of baseball knowledge.

A few years ago, Ernie released a CD package of some of his most interesting stories of his years in baseball. Well worth it if you can find it to listen to a broadcasting legend.

In his own words.

God Bless you Ernie and our prayers are with you and Lulu…

Quia tuum es fatum titulis discidiis, vexillinis limbis nationalis,
gloriam seriis mundialisque, nunc et in saecula saeculorum...

Amen.

by Zeke on Sep 6, 2009 10:28 AM CDT reply actions