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Ford C. Frick Award
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Al Helfer

Broadcaster
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Hall of Fame Al Helfer
Hall of Fame Al Helfer

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HALL OF FAME

Al Helfer


Broadcaster

2019

Hall of Fame: 2019
The gregarious broadcaster had two stints with the Brooklyn Dodgers (1939-41, 1956-57), partnering with Red Barber, Vin Scully, Connie Desmond and Jerry Doggett. After serving in the military with the U.S. Navy in World War II, Helfer returned to baseball and became nationally known for his "Game of the Day" broadcasts for the Mutual Broadcasting System.