Francisco Melendez was just 20-years-old when he appeared in 21 late-season games as a rookie with the 1984 Philadelphia Phillies.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1984 – Steve Fireovid
Steve Fireovid appeared on the mound in a half-dozen September games with the 1984 Phillies as part of a 31 games over five seasons big-league career.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1985 – Rich Surhoff
Rich Surhoff pitched with the Phillies for just two games in September 1985, earning a spot in this 'Phillies 50' series.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1986 – Jeff Bittiger
The 'Phillies 50' series pitching entry from the 1986 club, Jeff Bittiger, has enjoyed a long association with independent baseball in Fargo-Moorhead.
Phillies 50: Forgotten 1987 – Ken Jackson and Greg Jelks
Two players, infielder Ken Jackson and the late outfielder Greg Jelks, share the 1987 Phillies position player entry in this Phillies 50 series.
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