Want a fantastic bit of trivia? Seven players who Nolan Ryan struck out during their careers would have sons who grew up to become MLB players who were then also struck out by Nolan Ryan.
Phillies said goodbye to some memorable pieces of their history in 2020
Joe Morgan was just one of a number of those players left us in 2020 after having worn the uniform of the Philadelphia Phillies during their career and who left an indelible impression on the fan base in the City of Brotherly Love.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1990 – Chuck Malone
The only seven games in the big-league career for right-hander Chuck Malone came in 1990, making him our 'Phillies 50' pitching rep for that team.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1991 – Braulio Castillo
The 'Phillies 50' series featuring players who made little impact with either the club or in their MLB careers highlights 1991 outfielder Braulio Castillo.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1991 – Amalio Carreño
The 1991 Phillies pitching representative for the 'Phillies 50' series is a right-hander who appeared in his only three big-league games that summer.