White Sox to celebrate Ken 'Hawk' Harrelson on Sept. 2

The Chicago White Sox will honor iconic television play-by-play announcer Ken "Hawk" Harrelson's 33rd and final season in the broadcast booth during a season-long celebration, culminating with Hawk Day on Sunday, September 2 vs. Boston at 1:10 p.m. Harrelson began his broadcasting career with the Red Sox in 1975, where he worked until joining the White Sox in 1981.
 
"Hawk has impacted so many baseball fans throughout his career. Whether you remember him for his power on the field as a player or his catchphrases that have become part of everyday baseball vernacular, Hawk has shaped baseball memories for all," said Brooks Boyer, White Sox senior vice president of sales and marketing. "We want to provide many opportunities for White Sox fans to show their admiration and respect for Hawk throughout his last season in the booth. It's the end of an era. There will never be another Ken 'Hawk' Harrelson. He's one of a kind."
 
Fans are invited to join the club for the following celebrations honoring Harrelson:
· Hawk "Solo" Bobblehead on Star Wars Night, presented by TransUnion: The first 20,000 fans will take home a Star Wars bobblehead saluting Hawk on Saturday, May 19 vs. Texas.
· Hawk Day on Family Sunday, presented by Coca-Cola: The legendary broadcaster will be celebrated with a pregame ceremony on September 2, as the White Sox take on Boston.
 
A five-time Emmy Award winner, three-time Ford Frick Award nominee and two-time Illinois Sportscaster of the Year, Harrelson will work a 20-game schedule during the 2018 season, including Sunday home games and other select contests. After stepping away from the booth, Harrelson will serve the organization as a White Sox ambassador starting in the 2019 season, which will mark the beginning of the eighth decade in baseball for Harrelson, who signed in 1959.
 
Additional events and activities to honor Hawk during his final season in the broadcast booth will be announced at a later date.