Shea Stadium “Sign Man” Karl Ehrhardt, 83

Posted: Saturday, February 9th, 2008 3:55 pm

NEW YORK — The sign man of Shea Stadium died Thursday.

Karl Ehrhardt was a fixture at Mets games from 1964 through 1981, famous for holding up tailored signs after key plays that displayed his pleasure or frustration with the team. …

Ehrhardt’s block-lettered signs served as color commentary for both fans in the stands and TV viewers at home. He carried dozens to each game, some witty, some biting.

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