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Smokies broadcaster distracted by home run during hot dog review

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 11:00 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Smokies broadcaster distracted by home run during hot dog review

Summary

During a game between the Knoxville Smokies and Biloxi Shuckers on July 11, 2026, Smokies reporter Philip Stalzer humorously continued a hot dog review as Josh Adamczewski hit a home run. Stalzer was discussing the 'Grinch Glizzy' when the home run occurred, leading to an unexpected broadcast moment. Rather than interrupting Stalzer, the audio stayed with him while Adamczewski rounded the bases. Stalzer's comments included praise for the hot dog, which was part of a promotional night. The game marked the Smokies' final contest before the All-Star break.

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By the Numbers

•Josh Adamczewski hit a home run during the broadcast.
•Philip Stalzer was reviewing a 'Grinch Glizzy' hot dog.
•The game featured a 'Christmas in July' promotion.
•Stalzer's quirky commentary added humor to the broadcast.
•The Smokies played the Shuckers in their last game before the All-Star break.

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11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Knoxville Smokies reporter finishes hot dog review as home run leaves the park

What they're saying

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The best baseball commentary can be both entertaining and informative, and Knoxville Smokies reporter Philip Stalzer found a moment to, perhaps unintentionally, inject some humor into a recent broadcast when a player hit a home run while he was doing a report about ballpark hot dogs. The Smokies, the Double-A affiliate of the Chicago Cubs,…
— Yahoo Sports

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