Some lucky members of the media were invited to take batting practice at Citizens Bank Park today.
We were inside due to the rain. But today was just a preview of what Phillies fans can do May 20th and 21st. You can sign up for the American Heart Association's Home Run for Hearts Day.
It's a 2-day home run contest held on the field.
The money raised will go towards research.
To help adults and kids like Emily Hyland.
Emily was 10 when she suffered a rare stroke. Her mother says thanks to research, she's getting better.
M.J. Bailey, Emily's mother, says, "She's come a long way, from 2 years ago it's hard to believe that it's even happened- we're both really thankful, very very fortunate."
The event is honor of Richie Ashburn who died of a sudden heart attack in 1997.
But his son says this year has extra meaning.
"With Harry Kalas passing away it certainly adds more to this event. I think everyone should hit a homerun for Harry," says Richard Ashburn.
The Richie Ashburn Home Runs for Heart event is at the park on May 20th and 21st... It costs $1500 for a team of four... Or $400 for one.
For more information, check out Home Runs for Heart 2009.
It could be a good father's day present for someone.
Heart disease is the # 1 killer of men and women.
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