by KYW's Kim Glovas
The Phillies are planning their second "fan party," this Wednesday at Penn's Landing, on the opening night of the World Series.
About a week ago, as the Phillies prepared to play the Dodgers in game 3 of the NLCS, the team and the city's tourism office combined forces to set up a jumbo television screen on the riverfront for fans to watch that away game together (see previous story).
Now, the Phillies' Michael Harris, says they're doing it again:
"We are going to have a viewing party entitled 'The Rally by the River,' at the Great Plaza at Penn's Landing. It's located on Columbus Boulevard between Market and Walnut Streets, and it's free to the public. It opens up at 7:30, so we are encouraging all Phillies fans to come on down."
The Phillies' ball girls will be there to help the crowd on. But the Phanatic will not be, according to Harris:
"He is expected to be in Tampa Bay, doing his best to agitate as many Rays fans as possible."
Fans are encouraged to dress warm for the outdoor event, and bring your own chairs, blankets, and (of course) Phillies accessories.
The last Phillies' game-watching party on the riverfront drew about 2,000 people.
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