OT: Mets Announcer McCarthy Returns to Phillies

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The Official Site of Philadelphia Phillies: Official Info: Press Release

Tom McCarthy, who spent the last two seasons as a play-by-play announcer for the New York Mets on WFAN, is returning to his roots as a member of the Phillies broadcasting team, Rob Brooks, Manager, Broadcasting announced today.

The New Jersey native broadcast Phillies games from 2001 through the 2005 season. In addition to play-by-play on radio, McCarthy also hosted the Phillies' pre- and post-game shows. His contract is five years in length.

"Tom is an exceptional announcer and a great person. We are thrilled that we can bring him back to work on our telecasts," said Brooks. "He will do play-by-play for three innings when Hall of Famer Harry Kalas is not on television. Harry will continue to provide play-by-play for six innings on TV while also doing the fourth inning on radio as he's done in years past.

Why is this of interest to Nats' fans?

It opens up a spot on the Mets' broadcast team. Mike and the Mad Dog spent entirely too much air time yesterday speculating on who might be McCarthy's replacement.

I believe Charlie is still unsigned for 2008. Isn't he from New York and didn't he grow up a Mets fan? Get him signed ASAP!