Club History
17 entries in the Philadelphia Phillies compendium.
Richie AshburnFour-time All-Star, two-time batting champion, and beloved Phillies broadcaster.Dick AllenSlugger, Rookie of the Year, MVP, and Hall of Famer.Bob Carpenter Jr.Youngest club president in MLB history; led Phillies from 1943 to 1972; family owned team until 1981.Dallas GreenThe fiery manager who led the Phillies to their first World Series title in 1980.Mike SchmidtHall of Fame third baseman who spent 18 seasons with the Philadelphia Phillies, winning three MVP awards and…Mike LieberthalPhillies catcher, Gold Glove winner, two-time All Star.Ryan HowardThe fastest slugger to reach 100 and 200 home runs, anchoring the Phillies from 2004 to 2016.Pat GillickThe architect of the Phillies' 2008 World Series title.Chase UtleyChase Utley: Phillies legend, six-time All-Star, and World Series champion.Shibe Park Relocation PhaseFrom the Whiz Kids' glory to the final bow, Shibe Park was the soul of Phillies baseball for nearly four…Baker Bowl Home Stadium EraThe crumbling brick fortress where the Curse of Billy Penn first took hold.Philadelphia Base Ball Club FoundingAmerica's oldest continuous professional baseball team since 1883.Veterans Stadium Opening EraThe concrete coliseum that hosted the rise of a dynasty.Dallas Green Managerial TenureThe steady hand who guided the Phillies from chaos to their first World Series title in half a century.Bill Giles Executive Leadership EraThe steady hand who built the foundation for Philadelphia's modern dynasty.Mike Schmidt Dominance YearsMike Schmidt's power and leadership defined Philadelphia baseball for two decades of dominance.1993 World Series AppearanceThe Wild Thing's final dance against back-to-back champions in a heartbreaking six-game fall.
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