The Classic Era Hall of Fame Committee is scheduled to meet on December 8, just two weeks from now. Having missed out on selection to the Hall by one vote the last two times he was on the ballet, this is a great chance for all of us to help correct one of the biggest injustices in all of sports by showing our support for Dick’s election to the Hall…
What Are the Odds??
Here’s something crazy that happened sixty-seven years ago this past week in a game between the Phillies and the Giants…
Let’s Get Dick Allen Into the Hall of Fame!
“Dick Allen hits the ball harder than any player I’ve ever seen!” –Willie Mays. Now that’s quite a quote!…
Wearn Field…and The Ghost of Phillies’ Spring Training Past
Today we have something a bit different. Guest contributor Matt Kastel returns with an interesting account of Phillies’ Spring Training – 1919 style – at Charlotte’s Wearn Park…
Curt Simmons, RIP; Let’s Recall the 1950 World Series (Link Corrected)
The baseball world was saddened to learn of the recent passing of Curt Simmons (May 19, 1927- December 13, 2022) at age 93. Simmons was the last surviving member of the 1950 “Whiz Kids”…
Baseball’s Deadliest Day: Black Saturday – The tragedy that changed ballpark construction forever
Black Saturday began innocently enough when a 13-year-old girl ran an errand for her aunt that took her past where the Phillies were playing a doubleheader…
Has The Game Changed Or What?? Pete Alexander Pitches Two Complete Games In A Doubleheader!
“The Cubs finished last last year and if they finish last again, I’d rather it be without Alexander.” –Cubs’ manager Joe McCarthy…
We’re Contacted by Long-Time Friend of Dick Allen!
“I’ve been around the game a long time, and Dick Allen is the greatest player I’ve ever seen play in my life. –Hall-of-Famer Rich Gossage…
“Owners Aren’t Angels”: The Story of the 1943 Phillies
“If there is a ‘jerk’ connected with the Phillies, it is William D. Cox, president of the baseball club…and he’s an all-American jerk!”…
Cubs Park Raided! May 24, 1920
“Today, Cubs management talks of welcoming gamblers to Wrigley Field. A century ago, it was calling the cops on them.”…
“The Curse of Chico Ruiz”: The Phillies Blow the 1964 Pennant!
“It was about the dumbest play I’ve ever seen…except that it worked.” -Pete Rose, speaking of teammate Chico Ruiz’ 1964 steal of home…
Baseball Shootings, Part Two: Eddie Waitkus Shot by an Obsessed “Femme Fatale”
“If I can’t have you, nobody else can either!” –Ruth Ann Steinhagen to the object of her obsession, Eddie Waitkus, just before shooting him…
Baseball Rocked Again! Let’s Revisit Cheating at the Baker Bowl, 1900!
As someone who has written extensively about the Black Sox scandal, I never thought I’d see a cheating scandal that had the potential to rock the game to its core again, as occurred in 1919. But I think it may have happened.
Another Edition of Lopsided Trades! The Phillies Trade Ace “Old Pete” Alexander For… Who??
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The Quickest Game In Baseball History: Polo Grounds, September 28, 1919
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Connie Mack Stadium, Philadelphia, June 30, 1959 – Thunder, lightning and rain interrupts a pitchers’ duel
The City of Philadelphia was gripped by a punishing five-day heat wave when the […]
The Greatest Catchers Of All Time – In Terms of Throwing Out Base Stealers!
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Shibe Park, Philadelphia, PA, April, 29, 1947 – Legendary sluggers Hank Greenberg and Ralph Kiner lead Bucs to victory with home runs
The Pirates newly acquired slugger 36-year-old Hank Greenberg watches his third home run of […]
Two Of Our Readers Related To Former Phillies and Cub Manager Jimmie Wilson!
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Shibe Park, Philadelphia, PA, October 4, 1950 – Jim Konstanty’s first pitch to the Yankees Phil Rizzuto in the 1950 World Series
Shibe Park, Philadelphia, PA, October 4, 1950 – It’s the first inning of […]
Stealing Signs is Nothing New! “Tommy the Cork” Exposes Phillies’ Scheme!
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It’ll never happen again! Pete Alexander Pitches Both Games of a Doubleheader!
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Wacky Blue Jays/Red Sox Game Recalls Cubs/Phillies 26-23 Slugfest From August 25, 1922
My post the other day about the wacky game last Friday in which the Blue Jays beat the Red Sox 28-5, reminded me of the historic game between the Cubs and Phillies played on August 25, 1922…
Another Look at the Rare Feat of Four Home Runs in a Game: Ed Delahanty
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Robin Roberts Pitches 28 Consecutive Complete Games!
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“Old Pete” Alexander and Ernie Shore: Starters in Game One of the1915 World Series
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Spotlight on the Dead Ball Era: Baseball “Lifer,” Pat Moran
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Crosley Field, Cincinnati, OH, June 9, 1962 – Reds Frank Robinson steals home in 5-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies
Hall of Famer Frank Robinson steals home in the first inning to extend the […]
Baker Bowl, Philadelphia, PA, April 19, 1938 – Dodgers Dolph Camilli hits HR to help spoil Phillies home opener
Dodgers Dolph Camilli helps ruin opening day for Phillies fans with his two-run homer […]
Ebbets Field, Brooklyn, NY, October 1, 1950 – Pee Wee Reese homers but Phillies win game and NL Pennant
A young Brooklyn fan can be seen climbing the right field fence to retrieve a […]
George Anderson (Who?) Is Traded to the Phillies, December 23, 1958! Did Anybody Notice??
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Our Tribute to One of Baseball’s Greatest Innovators: Danny Litwhiler!
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Shibe Park, Philadelphia, PA, October 4, 1950 – Jim Konstanty’s first pitch to the Yankees Phil Rizzuto in the 1950 World Series
It’s the first inning of the first game of the 1950 World Series and Phillies’ […]
Spotlight on the World Series: The Often-Overlooked 1950 Fall Classic!
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Does He Belong in the Hall of Fame? The Case for Dick Allen
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1915 Red Sox Pitching Staff with Babe Ruth
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The Curse of Chico Ruiz: The Phillies Blow the 1964 Pennant!
The Curse of Chico Ruiz: The Phillies Blow the 1964 Pennant! “The steal of […]
Shibe Park, Philadelphia, PA, May 21,1946 – Musial up at bat in 4-3 loss to Phillies
The great Stan Musial, colorized by the great Don Stokes, gets hold of one in […]