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Detroit sportscaster’s legacy: Take your kids to a ball game

Al Ackerman, a legendary voice in Detroit sports, left us with a simple but powerful wish: skip the memorial service and take your kids to a ball game instead. For generations, Ackerman’s passion for local sports and his on-air personality made him a household name. His request reminds us how sports can bring families and communities together. If you grew up watching him or have memories of Detroit’s golden era of TV, how has local broadcasting shaped your love for the game? Let’s celebrate Ackerman’s legacy by sharing our favorite Detroit sports moments and the people who made them special. #Entertainment #DetroitSports #AlAckerman