Perhaps the single most controversial figure in the 133-season history of the Philadelphia Phillies franchise is the subject of a new book "God Almighty Hisself: The Life and Legacy of Dick Allen" by Villanova University law professor Mitchell Nathanson. This is not a clumsy tome hastily thrown together to make a quick buck by giving fans some light … Continue reading God Almighty Hisself: the Life and Legacy of Dick Allen
Racist Phillies episode earns city apology
Today, the Philadelphia city council voted to pass a resolution which had been introduced by Councilwoman Helen Gym. The resolution was basically a formal apology from the City of Philadelphia to Jackie Robinson for words and actions which baseball's racial trailblazer experienced while playing here against the Phillies.The resolution reads as follows:"Be it resolved by the Council of … Continue reading Racist Phillies episode earns city apology
Baseball Hall of Fame Passes on Dick Allen
Baseball Hall of Fame Passes on Dick Allen
Philography: Dick Allen
Philography: Dick Allen
Philography: Chris Short
Philography: Chris Short
MATT VEASEY 