The Ken Brett for Dave Cash trade between the Philadelphia Phillies and Pittsburgh Pirates on this very date 47 years ago proved to be a winner for both teams. Division and cross-state rivals dealing key players in their prime to one another.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1973 – Ron Diorio and Dave Wallace
Ron Diorio and Dave Wallace share the 1973 pitching spot in this 'Phillies 50' series. Each had a brief playing career but Wallace became a longtime coach.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1974 – Mike Rogodzinski
Mike Rogodzinski's name may be familiar to early-1970's Phillies fans. He appeared in parts of three seasons and is the 1974 'Phillies 50' position player rep.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1974 – Erskine Thomason
Right-hander Erskine Thomason enjoyed a strong minor league career. But his big-league career consisted of just one inning with the 1974 Phillies.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1975 – Larry Fritz
The late Larry Fritz is perhaps the most perfect entrant yet in this 'Phillies 50' series, getting just one MLB plate appearance with the 1975 Phillies.
MATT VEASEY 