My passion for baseball and my hometown Philadelphia Phillies would begin at age nine at the start of the 1971 Major League Baseball season. The 1970's marked the beginning years in my life-long relationship with the game and the decade would close with attending my first World Series in person.
35 years ago the ending came at last for Michael Jack Schmidt
The ending for Mike Schmidt had come at last. It came too fast, 35 years ago this week, in a season that had begun with so much promise. And it passed too slow over those agonizing final weeks.
Phillies 2024 pre-season top prospects
Andrew Painter remains at the top of my list, Mick Abel (picture accompanying) may be closest to the big leagues, and there are a number of new faces dotting the current Phillies top prospects group.
The Phillies’ Bryce Harper Era
Harper's first five seasons have resulted in a National League pennant and two postseason appearances for the team, highlighted by two playoff series wins over Atlanta. The player has won an NL MVP, an NLCS MVP, one NL All-Star berth, and two Silver Slugger Awards.
Dan Baker deserves Phillies Wall of Fame honor
His has has been the host voice for most Phillies Wall of Fame induction ceremonies. With over a half-century of longevity with the franchise, clearly demonstrated ability over decades, character that has never been questioned, and with contributions and special achievements galore in that time, Dan Baker is most deserving of being hosted by someone else for a change.
MATT VEASEY 