Former Padres PA Announcer 'hurt' over removal

Frank Anthony had an extensive background in voice work when he walked into an invitation-only audition for the Padres’ public address announcer more than 10 years ago. He’s not exactly crazy about the idea that his replacement at Petco Park might not after learning of their plans to fill his seat in 2014:

An open casting call with fans having some say online and through social media.

“It’s hurtful; it’s disappointing,” Anthony said Wednesday afternoon. “To make it appear that anyone can walk off the street and can apply for this demeans what I’ve done for 10 years.”

That, of course, is the plan. Sort of.  read full story

Enjoyed hearing Padres' PA announcer Frank Anthony for 10 seasons. Spoke with him last night. Termination came as a surprise.

— Annie Heilbrunn (@annieheilbrunn) January 15, 2014

@SDuncovered Anger in the Padres fans community is growing as rumors spread that Frank Anthony was canned for the sake of this cheap stunt.

— Peter in Pt. Loma (@SDPete1963) January 15, 2014

Gonna miss Frank Anthony as the PA Announcer at Petco Park. At age 18, hes the only voice I know. Was becoming a tradition. #Padres

— Brad (@bradsdp7) January 15, 2014