Hawk Harrelson says goodbye with final game

9/23/18: Hawk Harrelson says goodbye with a final broadcast for the White Sox, as he is celebrated with a declaration for Hawk Harrelson Day and more
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[@johnvandeventer8668]

"Joe West deserves a suspension is what he needs. He needs to rest" my favorite quote

[@user98xp]

"He is just brutal!"

[@johnvandeventer8668]

@@shibadoge633 "He's a joke is what he's becoming. He's becoming a joke to the umpire perfection"

[@scottholder4776]

"hawk" needs a rest. A real long one.

[@whitesoxfanluiszavala1265]

@@scottholder4776 yea no one likes you

[@jimmie_g]

"Now Joe's gonna give him some argument cuz Mark's saying 'what did he do' Joe just get over there and umpire will ya?" "Joe West just wanted to stick it right up his behind and he did."

[@Gwazi]

this actually made me cry at the end when he was crying, because for all my life i’ve been listening to him announcing the games and i loved him

[@TimfromChicago]

There will never be another Hawk. As a White Sox fan we are going to truly miss him. What he felt was exactly how I felt. The man wears his heart on his sleeve and he loved the same team I do. Nobody could replace him and we love you too Hawk

[@Gwazi]

MizerisMoney don’t like your own comment

[@WindyCityBaseball]

As a Cubs fan, I WISH the Cubs LOST that day just so Hawk could see his team win one more time in the booth. I’m so glad that he got to see both Chicago teams play that day. North Sider or South Sider, I think we can all agree that he will be missed... ------------------- Good Job Hawk Harrelson, we will always remember you in Chicago.

[@2005wsoxfan]

Thanks for the kind comment. As you probably guessed by my handle I'm not a Cubs fan but, I have to hand it to the Cubs for being a class act and acknowledging Hawk at the end of the game. Very moving.

[@JT_8283]

I'm a Cubs fan and I have to say hawk was one of the best along side stoney who I still can't believe crossed over lol anyway I know he's been gone from the game for a while now but he was the best and yes he gone lol

[@dannyw1534]

Acually his last call was against the Red Sox and the White Sox won 10 to 1

[@connorfeezel3946]

Danny Walczak last home game

[@cayliegh1861]

Im a Cubs fan, but Hawk is an absolute legend. Not hearing him commentate will certainly be weird and there’ll be a huge gap.

[@XenonSwift]

3:43 No Hawk, Thank YOU! What a joy to listen to you since I was little kid. I was told that I used to repeat your home run calls as a child. You deserve the send off you got. What a career you had.

[@robbase5235]

Heated by others, but loved by the south siders. Thanks Hawk for all of your color commentary.

[@robbase5235]

@Byron Summers The great thing about him is how knowledgeable about the game he was. He gave a lot of history lessons during his broadcasts.

[@disneydanny2]

nah, he's the best non-Bay Area broadcaster I've ever heard. really going to miss hearing him on clips.

[@BloodoperaBlackvomit]

I love him.. he was great for baseball. Such a mainstay in announcing.

[@vexxevxevvex2622]

*hated

[@TheMW2informer]

Ewww south side.... dangerous and dirty

[@ayotollaofrockandrolla7219]

Another legend . Gone Thanks for the memories Hawk

[@jackbagley640]

Quite the sendoff for the Hawk. I'm a Cubs fan, but I've always liked listening to Hawk ... he made the game fun. Best for your future, Hawk, and hope to hear you again one day.

[@StacksHaypiles]

Jack Bagley cheers from a die hard Sox fan,I felt the same about haray

[@jackbagley640]

Well, Larry, remember ... Hawk was paid by the White Sox, not by MLB. It was his job to root for his team. Bland, blah announcing is fine on a network broadcast, but if MLB ticket carries the Sox game from the Sox station, you get Sox announcers. That's how it works.

[@machinebuilder3535]

@Larry Barry troll

[@isaacmarcus99]

Sox will take home runs away from Cubbies any day ⚾⚾⚾ 1906 1917 2005

[@TrustySteeringWheelTray]

@Larry Barry Oh who gives a shit. First off, Hawk was always announcing alongside more objective announcers like Steve Stone, DJ, and Wimpy back in the day, so it's not like you only heard Hawk ranting and raving for the Sox. Secondly, standard, bland announcers are the problem with sportscasting today. So many have no personality or charm to them, all they do is talk in a monotone voice with little to no enthusiasm when the team they're announcing for is doing good. I don't know about you, but I'd rather listen to an announcer who is excited and engaged with their team than one who could give a shit less, and who sound like they see announcing as a chore rather than a hobby. Thirdly, baseball is not like the NFL where all games are broadcast nationally on Fox and NBC. Hawk announced for Chicago stations, that virtually only Sox fans watched/listened to, so the people watching at home are going to be happy to hear Hawk.

[@joelhastings4505]

And this game is “oh-vah”. Best wishes Hawk! As a Twins fan he used to drive me nuts with his home team calls: e.g. “our guys 4, their guys nothin,” etc. His home run call grew on me in recent years. May he be blessed.

[@AR-jt2ux]

I'm watching the white sox broadcast. He should give home team calls

[@brtaylor-bf6iu]

Hawk, I am 24 years old. You have been the voice of the Chicago White Sox my entire life. No one can do it better than you. Since i can remember, every white Sox moment has been called by you, the legend. You are the straw that stirs my drink. I would like to end on this quote that I’ve heard from the legend himself, “YOU ARE AWESOME BIG MAN” Enjoy your retirement. You deserve it!

[@michaelhogg324]

My Grandpa was a DIEHARD White Sox fan as I'm a DIEHARD Cubs Fan but it was my 1st time to be at the Old Comiskey Park in 1990 which was the last season for it and for an early birthday present Grampy was able to introduce me to Hawk and I have to say that he is one of the nicest gentleman around the profession of Announcing despite what he has said about umpires. (FTR I'm an umpire and I disagreed with them but still respected his opinion and knowledge of the game). He DESERVES to be in the Ford Frick portion of the HOF!

[@dieppe1958]

Hawk there is always the Senior Golf Tour. U r the best in everything. I first met Hawk in 1965 when the Sox were playing the KC Athletics. I was 7 yrs old. & Hawk asked me who was my favorite player when he signed my program. I said Joe Horlen. He said, I never get a hit off that guy.

[@TheHardcoreProyect]

Damn, Scully in 16, now hawk is retiring. God bless him and good luck for him in the future

[@tevinsherrill5653]

I've been watching this team since I was 8 years old. Without a doubt, this is the saddest moment that I have ever seen. Hawk will be missed. Not by everyone, but absolutely by me.

[@Gwazi]

when he said i love you all and i always will, that’s when i cried

[@will-eh3qt]

Hawk never felt like just a commentator he felt like a fan in the booth

[@hectikdeleon2106]

Hawk you made me cry... I love you man... missed you definitely are... you’re the best...👍👍👍

[@underclas]

My favorite Hawk memory is this it's not one in particular but it's that relaxing feeling you get when you would watch a sox game late at night in the summer and it would be lopsided and he would just go into random stories and bits either about the players or the game. I really don't know what it was but I just always felt so relaxed and at peace during those types of nights. I truly miss those nights

[@MarshallYTGaming]

As much as he's got on my nerves, he's truly a great broadcaster. I tip my hat off to him for being the heart of the South Side. Good Luck Hawk .#GoCubs

[@crayb123]

Hands down top 3 most iconic play by play men in the history of sports

[@davidbarancyk565]

Great career Hawk. Enjoyed your broadcasts for many years. Here’s to ya🍸🍸

[@merccadoosis8847]

Years ago when Hawk played for the BoSox, during a rain delay he went into the stands just to sign autographs. IIRC, a fine was imposed for violating league rules against leaving the playing field. But Hawk didn't care as he always enjoyed drawing attention to himself. Did he break the rules? Who the heck cares! In the old days baseball was always known for its many characters. Players, coaches, even the umpires had their own unique style of play and of making calls. No sameness, no uniformity, no conformity. Baseball was always a game of characters each unique in his own ways. As an old school fan, former amateur player & coach, and as a free lance reporter, I sure miss the old style of play, the old game of baseball. Hawk was one heck of a unique character that made the game as great as it was. They just don't make them like this anymore. Bless his heart!

[@mike89128]

Interesting to read where Hawk got fined for leaving the field. In 1977 son and I attended a Sox Angels game in California. Sox bull pen sat in general admission seats behind the pen. Rule must have been changed.

[@bullsheadmax13]

For the Hawk! “THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES” “This Ballgame is Ovah!”

[@kushclarkkent6669]

lol 3 year old comment almost made me tear up and I'm not even a White Sox fan. I loved Hawk's calls.

[@masonschmidt2386]

Catchphrases make commentators and no one had as many as the hawk. It’s sad to say to Hawk Harrelson himself “He gone” 👋🏼

[@Coryconqueso59]

We love you too, Hawk.

[@adamfrederick4972]

Love you Hawk ! All time best

[@steelfan187]

Hawk Harrelson 🐐

[@thisisntme]

One of the emotional moments I've experienced watching baseball.

[@mattjensen8759]

"What are you doing Wegner??"; thank you for 30+ amazing seasons Hawk!!!! You will be missed!!!!

[@gts8361]

HALL OF FAMER Hawk Harrelson, thank you.

[@luisgerardo8637]

Hawk was very entertaining calling the games #1 we’ll miss you buddy! This game is over😢

[@pilsenmexican]

I can't see myself listening to anyone else but hawk. Thanks for the great voice of yours. Nobody calls the game like you.

[@bulldogsbob]

I hope Hawk is enjoying retirement,as anA’s fan I enjoyed watching the White Sox when they were on WGN Superstation because of this man. Baseball needs more original characters like him

[@kevinmiller6324]

They say never mention a no hitter/perfect game in progress, but Hawk broke THAT tradition when he said Mark Buehrle has a 'perfect game going into the ninth.'

[@xaviert.peguese1267]

“WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOIN WHATNER?!”

[@ChristianClayton2000]

Wegner

[@the_console-girl-9778]

Man, Im quite sad myself that hes gone, loved his phrases hed say. Hope he continues his journey in life happily.

[@CarlosGarcia-bu7pq]

Dodger fan here ..you will be missed hawked one of the best ever to do it. ..you can put it on the board yessss!!!!

[@42cpulaski]

Hawk is an absolute LEGEND. His commentary and catch phrases made me a Sox fan for life. Thank you sir for giving us so many special moments to remember.

[@pjmagana9547]

Legendary play by play announcer......mercy!

[@tbone9449]

I love u Hawk Harrelson. We will miss u....

[@TheStuport]

Those of us who really appreciate the "Voices of The Game" no doubt will miss The Hawk! He absolutely Delivered The Goods!

[@ajunlimited]

I remember when I was a little kid before I was a Sox fan, my mom would be watching the game almost every night on TV and his voice just echoed throughout my childhood. Then I started watching with her and would light up when he would shout his famous catchphrases. We love you hawk. God bless.

[@jayhickey5012]

Thanks for the memories Hawk.

[@zacheryalderton7721]

thanks for the memories

[@mikekolec1939]

Don't stop now Hawk!!! 😎 I wish you continued happiness!

[@chicagosbest7280]

His final “this ball game is ovah” is so emotional because Hawk represents a time of my life when everything was so much more simple. Mid 2000s was the time of my life. Go Sox!

[@drjwbriand]

in 68 i was 13 and brought a big sign to fenway that said "go hawk" with a drawing of his taped wrists. he launched a moonshot way out of left center over the 379 sign. running down the first base line he looked up and gave me a thumbs up. after the game he came out of the dugout called me down to the field level, signed the ball he had hit, took off his cap and gave it to me, gave me and handshake and said thanks!! i never forgot it to this day!

[@rickmarone2382]

So long Hawk thanks for the memories

[@jackwheeler3249]

Voice of many childhoods

[@jamescrawford5772]

Thanks for the memories hawk

[@topnep548]

You can put this man in the history boooooooooks.... YES! #legends

[@immanotsayproductions]

As a Dodgers fan who had Vin Scully retire as the Dodgers once they made the playoffs, it’s weird seeing a commentator seeing a team lose but still have a great day.

[@Tr-fj4hr]

From the Sox winning it all, to buerhle and Humbers perfect games. Some of the most cherished memories I’ve had as a kid were with the hawk commentating in the background. I stopped watching baseball a few years ago and I’m just now realizing that he retired last year. Truly an end of an era for Sox baseball.

[@renegade1088]

We love you hawk... good luck in the future

[@mikebradley7504]

We love you Hawk!!!

[@oreally8605]

We love ❤️ you too Hawk.

[@numunopat5883]

Class act, last of a great generation 👍🏻

[@drjwbriand]

yup, read my comment above!!

[@user-lk4ex4oy5l]

Love you Hawk thank you

[@beartackle]

I was at that game and almost teared up when I saw Hawk tearing up on the large screen. He's been the announcer for the Sox since before I was born, and I will miss him so much. I wish him the best. I know people either hate him or love him, but for me, I loved his passion for the White Sox, and he will call it how it is. Thank you, Hawk, for all you did for the organization! :-)

[@NickVids17]

Not all heros wear capes.

[@rickgrimes5765]

Hawk& Wimpy back in the 80's and 90's were the most entertaining broadcaster combo ever... Hawk's story's during many slow game really kept things moving along.. Hawk will be missed.

[@bennyayala1538]

hawk and wimpy...love to both

[@3gkxngston420]

Goodbye to a legend. He was amazing!

[@brennanconnelly]

I’m a Yankees fan but he’s the best announcer in baseball with the best catchphrases

[@bennyayala1538]

bye hawk love you...you can put it on the board ..yessssssss

[@genecory6785]

Very Touching

[@cardsharkhiroller6059]

All the best for the HAWK and thank you sir.👏👏👏

[@michaelpagano7819]

I'm a red sox fan, but I really enjoyed listening to this guy announce. Every time we played chicago. I was excited to listen to this guy forever.

[@victorsalazar1273]

Thank you Hawk for all the great memories. Enjoy your retirement

[@wwetnabamafan194]

Mad respect to Hawk for all of his years of calling games for the White Sox. All those famous catch phrases of his will certainly be missed. #HeGone #AndThisCareerIsOvah

[@JS-jr2ux]

love hawk.

[@braywyatt5486]

Be gone thank u Hank for all good moments we will miss u

[@KDran21]

Partially the reason I became a Sox fan

[@harryrs7293]

Wow he’s the best ever

[@NickVids17]

Man he will be missed😭😭

[@sj4632]

Loved Hawk

[@MoneyOverFame]

A legend !

[@BigLouUSAF_VET]

Great video!

[@jackbyrne4635]

I’m a White Sox fan and they mean a lot to me. Classy stuff from Cubs players & staff at the end of this game. Len Kasper too.

[@TheBossXVI]

I'm going to miss him

[@christopherjones8517]

Hawk why?, miss every season!

[@jeffreyirish3646]

I remember the Hawk when he was a slugger for the Red Sox. Fine ballplayer and a finger announcer.

[@Wesimm23]

Legend 🏆 🏆

[@MrAnthonyramon]

See you Hawk gonna miss you a lot

[@matt4455]

the baseball world will greatly miss him

[@itstimeforsports6156]

True legend

[@Jacoblaggard]

NOOOOOOOOO I LOVED HIM

[@scottw1602]

Legend

[@darthnihiluz5305]

What a life. Dude would golf during the day, travel all over the country, then watch a pro game. Probably has eaten at the best restaurants too.

[@threevetexas]

It just won’t ever be the same listening to 670/720/890/1000/what-have-you in NE Indiana. Shit was crystal-clear late at night. Hawk was an influence to me being a Reds/W. Sox fan....

[@stevenfanale4553]

DO NOT FORGET 1967 AND 1975 WHEN YOU STARTED YOUR CAREER, MY FRIEND. GOOD LUCK AND HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU AGAIN. DO COME TO BOSTON.

[@zacheryalderton2653]

great man

[@machinebuilder3535]

Gonna miss you Hawk. See you at soxfest

[@ramoncalvo2951]

machinebuilder3535. You mean sexfest?

[@garnerthecube7524]

“This career is OVAH!”

[@frankiesaupp9971]

And this career is, ovah! Best wishes in retirement hawk

[@SportsLiveInTheAtl]

I'm a huge braves fan but I'm also a huge baseball fan. Hawk made me laugh so many times with his real feelings on his whiteseox he alsways said what he felt no matter what. He is one of the best.Hawks is in the same category as vin scully skip caray Harry carry joe buck there will never be another. And you can put that on the booooooooard. YES

[@angeloflores89]

his days are finally ovah!

[@joegallagher2844]

It's about time.

[@luckyman3988]

Hawk was the most charming part, and the one redeeming quality of the White Sox organization in the eyes of this Royals fan, and the fact that he won't be broadcasting games anymore is a shame. Because Hawk is a legend, one of the old guard, the last bastion of broadcasters that truly LOVE the game of baseball. Thanks for the stories, Hawk. Enjoy your retirement!

[@darthnihiluz5305]

Mercy!