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Lewis Kalb fulfills dream as Phillies' radio announcer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 10:21 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Lewis Kalb fulfills dream as Phillies' radio announcer

Summary

Lewis Kalb, a 73-year-old sports announcer from Medford Lakes, achieved a long-held dream by announcing for the Philadelphia Phillies. Winning an auction bid of $22,000, Kalb joined the radio booth alongside Larry Andersen and Scott Franzke. His emotional moment garnered widespread attention on social media, with fans praising his performance. Previously known for announcing children's sports and teaching, Kalb's dream was realized during a game that coincided with a celebratory basketball event in his hometown. His experience reflects a lifelong passion for sports broadcasting.

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Key Details

•Kalb has been a legend in Medford Lakes for many years.
•The auction aimed to benefit ALS United Mid-Atlantic and Phillies Charities.
•His announcing moment was widely shared, receiving millions of views.
•Kalb has a history of announcing children's sports events.
•A basketball scrimmage celebrated Kalb's achievement in his community.

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10:21 PMYahoo Sports — Longtime NJ sports announcer's dream comes true in Phillies' radio booth

What they're saying

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73-year-old sports announcer Lewis Kalb is known as a legend in Medford Lakes. Thanks to a viral Phillies radio clip, the world is getting to know him.
— Yahoo Sports

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