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For This Date in Phillies History, we threw in some MLB news again because the Phillies news is kind of light. We also try to answer the question of who invented baseball?
This Date in Phillies (and MLB) History: December 30
For This Date in Phillies History, we threw in some MLB news again because the Phillies news is kind of light. We also try to answer the question of who invented baseball?
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December 30, 2025 at 12:37 PM
For This Date in Phillies History, we threw in some MLB news again because the Phillies news is kind of light. We also try to answer the question of who invented baseball?
The clock is ticking ever louder for pitcher Tatsuya Imai to sign a major league deal. The deadline for him to do so is Friday afternoon at 5 p.m.
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Imai Approaches Signing Deadline
One way or another the saga of the Phillies – and other teams – pursuing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai will come to an end soon. The Japanese star has a deadline of January 2 to sign wi…
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December 29, 2025 at 9:01 PM
The clock is ticking ever louder for pitcher Tatsuya Imai to sign a major league deal. The deadline for him to do so is Friday afternoon at 5 p.m.
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The 1977 World Series lead to a lawsuit that would forever open the door to women playing a role in covering sports.
The Ludtke Lawsuit Changed Sports Coverage Forever
The 1977 World Series lead to a lawsuit that would forever open the door to women playing a role in covering sports.
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December 29, 2025 at 8:03 PM
The 1977 World Series lead to a lawsuit that would forever open the door to women playing a role in covering sports.
Did you know that Babe Ruth wanted the Yankees to release him? It happened on This Date in Phillies (and MLB) History back in 1933. Our Deeper Dive looks at how women became a fixture in sports media.
This Date in Phillies History: December 29
Did you know that Babe Ruth wanted the Yankees to release him? It happened on This Date in Phillies (and MLB) History back in 1933. Our Deeper Dive looks at how women became a fixture in sports media.
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December 29, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Did you know that Babe Ruth wanted the Yankees to release him? It happened on This Date in Phillies (and MLB) History back in 1933. Our Deeper Dive looks at how women became a fixture in sports media.
Former Phillies broadcaster Andy Musser was born on This Date in Phillies History. Our Deeper Dive section takes a look at his broadcasting career with the team. Plus, this was the date that Jean Segura officially became a "former" Phillie.
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This Date in Phillies History: December 28
The Deeper Dive section of This Date in Phillies History looks at the career of broadcaster Andy Musser, who was born on this date in 1937. A pair of Phillies minor leaguers were also born on this …
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December 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Former Phillies broadcaster Andy Musser was born on This Date in Phillies History. Our Deeper Dive section takes a look at his broadcasting career with the team. Plus, this was the date that Jean Segura officially became a "former" Phillie.
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Bryce Harper started picking at a scab this week with his wardrobe choice. Some issues need to be dropped and both sides need to admit they handled a bad situation horribly and made it worse.
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Go Change Your Shirt, Please
Bryce Harper started picking at a scab this week with his wardrobe choice. Some issues need to be dropped and both sides need to admit they handled a bad situation horribly and made it worse.
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December 28, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Bryce Harper started picking at a scab this week with his wardrobe choice. Some issues need to be dropped and both sides need to admit they handled a bad situation horribly and made it worse.
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The Deeper Dive section of This Date in Phillies History looks at the career of broadcaster Andy Musser, who was born on this date in 1937. A pair of Phillies minor leaguers were also born on this date.
This Date in Phillies History: December 28
The Deeper Dive section of This Date in Phillies History looks at the career of broadcaster Andy Musser, who was born on this date in 1937. A pair of Phillies minor leaguers were also born on this date.
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December 28, 2025 at 12:08 PM
The Deeper Dive section of This Date in Phillies History looks at the career of broadcaster Andy Musser, who was born on this date in 1937. A pair of Phillies minor leaguers were also born on this date.
One way or another the saga of the Phillies - and other teams - pursuing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai will come to an end soon. The Japanese star has a deadline of January 2 to sign with a major league team.
Imai Approaches Signing Deadline
One way or another the saga of the Phillies - and other teams - pursuing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai will come to an end soon. The Japanese star has a deadline of January 2 to sign with a major league team.
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December 27, 2025 at 2:46 PM
One way or another the saga of the Phillies - and other teams - pursuing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai will come to an end soon. The Japanese star has a deadline of January 2 to sign with a major league team.
Phillies great Cole Hamels was born on This Date in Phillies History. We look at his career in our Deeper Dive section and ask your thoughts on his eligibility for the Hall of Fame.
This Date in Phillies History: December 27
Phillies great Cole Hamels was born on This Date in Phillies History. We look at his career in our Deeper Dive section and ask your thoughts on his eligibility for the Hall of Fame.
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December 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Phillies great Cole Hamels was born on This Date in Phillies History. We look at his career in our Deeper Dive section and ask your thoughts on his eligibility for the Hall of Fame.
As the Phillies attempt to gather a large collection of relievers on minor league deals, Genesis Cabrera becomes the latest. The 29-year-old and Bryce Harper have a bit of history.
Phils Sign Reliever Cabrera to MiLB Deal
As the Phillies attempt to gather a large collection of relievers on minor league deals, Genesis Cabrera becomes the latest. The 29-year-old and Bryce Harper have a bit of history.
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December 26, 2025 at 11:49 PM
As the Phillies attempt to gather a large collection of relievers on minor league deals, Genesis Cabrera becomes the latest. The 29-year-old and Bryce Harper have a bit of history.
The Phillies added some catching depth in the person of Mark Kolozsvary on Friday. The 30-year-old is a defensive minded catcher with a little pop in his bat.
Phils Sign Catcher to Minor League Deal
The Phillies added some catching depth in the person of Mark Kolozsvary on Friday. The 30-year-old is a defensive minded catcher with a little pop in his bat.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:48 PM
The Phillies added some catching depth in the person of Mark Kolozsvary on Friday. The 30-year-old is a defensive minded catcher with a little pop in his bat.
Deals with Don Mattingly and J.T. Realmuto were supposed to be imminent. So what happened? Neither are signed, which seems unusual on both accounts.
Still Waiting on Mattingly and Realmuto
Deals with Don Mattingly and J.T. Realmuto were supposed to be imminent. So what happened? Neither are signed, which seems unusual on both accounts.
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December 26, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Deals with Don Mattingly and J.T. Realmuto were supposed to be imminent. So what happened? Neither are signed, which seems unusual on both accounts.
With no Phillies events today, we broaden our search to all of baseball and find some good stuff. Our Deeper Dive discovers that Wrigley Field was not built for the Cubs.
This Date in Phillies (and MLB) History: December 26
With no Phillies events today, we broaden our search to all of baseball and find some good stuff. Our Deeper Dive discovers that Wrigley Field was not built for the Cubs.
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December 26, 2025 at 11:01 AM
With no Phillies events today, we broaden our search to all of baseball and find some good stuff. Our Deeper Dive discovers that Wrigley Field was not built for the Cubs.
Merry Christmas! With no events to report, take some time away and enjoy a scene from A Christmas Story. We do have a bunch of Christmas birthdays and a surprise Deeper Dive on This Date in Phillies History.
This Date in Phillies History: December 25
With no events to report, take some time away and enjoy a scene from A Christmas Story. We do have a bunch of Christmas birthdays and a surprise Deeper Dive on This Date in Phillies History.
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December 25, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Merry Christmas! With no events to report, take some time away and enjoy a scene from A Christmas Story. We do have a bunch of Christmas birthdays and a surprise Deeper Dive on This Date in Phillies History.
The son of longtime major league - and short time Philadelphia Phillie - Miguel Cairo signed a minor league deal with the Phillies recently.
Son of a Former Phillie Signs with Phils
The son of longtime major league - and short time Philadelphia Phillie - Miguel Cairo signed a minor league deal with the Phillies recently.
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December 24, 2025 at 7:12 PM
The son of longtime major league - and short time Philadelphia Phillie - Miguel Cairo signed a minor league deal with the Phillies recently.
Curt Flood writes to the commissioner and the son of a legend joins the Phillies. Our Deeper Dive looks at birthday boy Kevin Millwood on This Date in Phillies History.
This Date in Phillies History: December 24
Curt Flood writes to the commissioner and the son of a legend joins the Phillies. Our Deeper Dive looks at birthday boy Kevin Millwood on This Date in Phillies History.
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December 24, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Curt Flood writes to the commissioner and the son of a legend joins the Phillies. Our Deeper Dive looks at birthday boy Kevin Millwood on This Date in Phillies History.
An interesting signing by the Phillies today. Reliever Zach Pop signed a major league deal with the Phillies, but he is coming off of three rough seasons in the majors.
Phillies Add Pop to the Bullpen; Or Did They?
An interesting signing by the Phillies today. Reliever Zach Pop signed a major league deal with the Phillies, but he is coming off of three rough seasons in the majors.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:00 PM
An interesting signing by the Phillies today. Reliever Zach Pop signed a major league deal with the Phillies, but he is coming off of three rough seasons in the majors.
Bryce Harper is now joining teammate Kyle Schwarber as part of Team USA for this year's World Baseball Classic. It's not the first time for either player to be on the roster.
Harper Joins Schwarber on Team USA
Bryce Harper is now joining teammate Kyle Schwarber as part of Team USA for this year's World Baseball Classic. It's not the first time for either player to be on the roster.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Bryce Harper is now joining teammate Kyle Schwarber as part of Team USA for this year's World Baseball Classic. It's not the first time for either player to be on the roster.
On This Date in Phillies History, the Phillies acquired a player who would be better known as a manager. And, Happy Birthday to Jerry Koosman, a guy some forget played in Philly.
This Date in Phillies History: December 23
On This Date in Phillies History, the Phillies acquired a player who would be better known as a manager. And, Happy Birthday to Jerry Koosman, a guy some forget played in Philly.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:01 PM
On This Date in Phillies History, the Phillies acquired a player who would be better known as a manager. And, Happy Birthday to Jerry Koosman, a guy some forget played in Philly.
There is good and bad to report in our scouting report of righty Levi Stoudt. The #Phillies recently signed Stoudt to a minor league contract.
Scouting Report: RHP Levi Stoudt
There is good and bad to report in our scouting report of righty Levi Stoudt. The Phillies recently signed Stoudt to a minor league contract.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
There is good and bad to report in our scouting report of righty Levi Stoudt. The #Phillies recently signed Stoudt to a minor league contract.
Steve Carlton turns 81 today! On This Date in Phillies History one year ago, the Phillies acquired another left-hander, who played a big role on the 2025 Phillies.
This Date in Phillies History: December 22
Steve Carlton turns 81 today! On This Date in Phillies History one year ago, the Phillies acquired another left-hander, who played a big role on the 2025 Phillies.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Steve Carlton turns 81 today! On This Date in Phillies History one year ago, the Phillies acquired another left-hander, who played a big role on the 2025 Phillies.
Get scouting reports on the two newest Phillies, Jonathan Bowlan and Kyle Backhus, from Philly Baseball News. Follow the link in the bio to get all of the latest on the Phillies and today's This Date in Phillies History.
December 21, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Get scouting reports on the two newest Phillies, Jonathan Bowlan and Kyle Backhus, from Philly Baseball News. Follow the link in the bio to get all of the latest on the Phillies and today's This Date in Phillies History.
Imagine Bryce Harper or Shohei Ohtani making $2.25-million per season. That was Mike Schmidt's highest pay. The Hall of Famer got a new contract on This Date in Phillies History.
This Date in Phillies History: December 21
Imagine Bryce Harper or Shohei Ohtani making $2.25-million per season. That was Mike Schmidt's highest pay. The Hall of Famer got a new contract on This Date in Phillies History.
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December 21, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Imagine Bryce Harper or Shohei Ohtani making $2.25-million per season. That was Mike Schmidt's highest pay. The Hall of Famer got a new contract on This Date in Phillies History.
Left-hander Kyle Backhus will be fighting for a spot in the Phillies bullpen next spring. The Phillies acquired him from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday.
Trade Scouting Report: LHP Kyle Backhus
Left-hander Kyle Backhus will be fighting for a spot in the Phillies bullpen next spring. The Phillies acquired him from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday.
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December 20, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Left-hander Kyle Backhus will be fighting for a spot in the Phillies bullpen next spring. The Phillies acquired him from the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday.
Each of the three events on This Date in Phillies History included a player who spent just one season in Philadelphia, but had success elsewhere. There are more in the Deeper Dive section.
This Date in Phillies History: December 20
Each of the three events on This Date in Phillies History included a player who spent just one season in Philadelphia, but had success elsewhere. There are more in the Deeper Dive section.
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December 20, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Each of the three events on This Date in Phillies History included a player who spent just one season in Philadelphia, but had success elsewhere. There are more in the Deeper Dive section.