The legendary PAT Hughes
Cubs radio man Pat Hughes stopped by today to pub his new book/audio book about Harry Caray. Not a bad tribute to a guy he worked with for only 2 years. Can you think of ANY co-worker you'd write a book about, let alone one you worked with for only 2 years???
I've worked with these clowns here for just OVER 2 years and I'm not sure I could fill a small pocket notebook.
"Paul is really funny. He invited me over his house for Thanksgiving once. He smells a little like vinegar."
"Robin lives on Diet Coke and whatever's in slot F15 on the vending machine. She loves Peoria. I think she grew up on the South Side."
"Larry enjoys webcam karaoke. His daughter's middle name is 'Youtube.'"
But Pat Hughes not only wrote a book about Harry, he poured through hours of old broadcasts to compile some of his best moments for the audio book.
All by himself.
I can assure you- not many people in my line of work are that motivated. On top of that, Pat might be one of the top 5 nicest people I've met in my life. I knew there was a reason I liked him so much.
Now if he could only rid himself of that bad influence Ron Santo!!!
*to get a copy of Pat Hughes' book, "Harry Caray: Voice of the Fans," click here:
Comments
I'm definately going to get a copy of the book.Even though i'm a White Sox fan.I have fond memories of first seeing Harry Caray at the old Comiskey Park singing "Take Me Out To The Ball Game"and working in the booth with Jimmy Piersall doing the tv coverage on the old WSNS tv 44.He will always be remembered and a chicago icon.
Posted by: Mr.Tracy Bellows | November 8, 2007 1:17 PM