The Philadelphia Phillies Wall of Fame is a wonderful tradition of honoring the great individuals who have made Phillies baseball more enjoyable for fans of the team over its 133-season existence. Beginning with Hall of Fame pitcher Robin Roberts in 1978, the Phillies have honored one player, coach, or other individual each season with a place on … Continue reading Phillies Wall of Fame Nominee Fred Luderus
Phillies Fall Classics IV: 1980 World Series Game Five
The Philadelphia Phillies had built an early 2-0 lead in the 1980 World Series over the Kansas City Royals with a pair of victories at Veteran’s Stadium.The Fall Classic then shifted to Royals Stadium (now Kauffman Stadium) for three games over the weekend of October 17th through 19th.In Game Three on Friday night, the two teams … Continue reading Phillies Fall Classics IV: 1980 World Series Game Five
Chase Utley’s place in Phillies history
As rumors and speculation begin to grow louder and more credible as each day passes, many fans of Philadelphia Phillies iconic 2nd baseman Chase Utley have had to begin coming to grips with the possibility of his actually leaving the team, and appearing in another MLB uniform.The hot speculation surrounds the defending World Series champion San Francisco Giants, … Continue reading Chase Utley’s place in Phillies history
Top 10 clutch hits in Phillies history
Both of these sparkplugs made the "Clutch 10" cut The game on the line. The series on the line. The season on the line. These are the moments when not only talent, but mental toughness are required. Facing the other team's ace starting pitcher, or lock-down setup man, or flame-throwing closer. Whether their hits came … Continue reading Top 10 clutch hits in Phillies history
Philography: Von Hayes
Philography: Von Hayes - The media hung the handle "5-for-1" on Hayes to recognize that the Phillies gave up five players in order to bring him into the organization.
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