Based on physical appearance, Jim Konstanty is one of the least likely looking winners of the National League Most Valuable Player award. But for the incredible ‘Whiz Kids’ team of 1950, that is exactly what the Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher became. The right-hander pitched in parts of 13 big league seasons, 7 of those in Philly. … Continue reading Philography: Jim Konstanty
Phillies broadcasters get mixed grades
As the play on the field has deteriorated over the last few seasons, the performance coming from the Philadelphia Phillies TV broadcast booth also deteriorated. Long gone were the glorious days when fans were able to enjoy the sounds of Harry Kalas and Richie Ashburn during the majority of the Phils’ TV and radio broadcast … Continue reading Phillies broadcasters get mixed grades
Harry the K is outta here
Harry Kalas: Harry the K is outta here
The Whiz Kids
Dick Sisler is mobbed by his Whiz Kids teammates after the 10th inning home run that won the 1950 NL pennant The team that we now lovingly know as the Philadelphia Phillies was born way back in 1883 as the Philadelphia Quakers. During that first season they also became referred to as the 'Philadelphians', … Continue reading The Whiz Kids
It’s just a fantasy
If you know me, you know that I am a huge baseball fan. A lifelong Phillies fan, of course, and someone who played for and managed a local championship men's softball team for over a decade and a half. As I got a bit older, I retired the old glove and bat, and moved … Continue reading It’s just a fantasy
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