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Phillies Reliever Ron Reed to the Rescue: 1976-1983
An under the radar trade for the tall, lanky Reed paid huge dividends for the Phillies.
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December 1917: The Phillies Get a Christmas Present from the Cubs
Here is one trade with the Chicago Cubs that worked out well for the Phillies.
Dec 29, 2025
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Phillies 1957: Round Ron Northey Delivers in the Pinch
Ron had two stints with the Phillies. The second time around was strictly as a pinch hitter.
Dec 19, 2025
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The “Fighting Phils” Live up to Their Nickname: August 12, 1950
A little extra-curricular taunting and a couple of hard slides led to a Phillies donnybrook for the ages.
Dec 11, 2025
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It’s Briefly “Sonny” in Philadelphia
Niles "Sonny" Jordan had an auspicious debut with the 1951 Phillies, but a December trade landed him in Cincinnati, and little was heard from him again.
Dec 2, 2025
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Henry Aaron: Phillie Killer
Connie Mack Stadium was among the great Henry Aaron's favorite away stadiums.
Nov 18, 2025
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Jocko Thompson: A Different Kind of Hero
Thompson didn't have much of a major league baseball career, but he was a true hero on the World War II battlefield
Nov 11, 2025
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The Sultan of Sawatski
I was there to see this backup catcher hit a memorable home run. Carl was born on this date in 1927, so let's celebrate.
Nov 4, 2025
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