Devin Smeltzer, now 24, survived childhood cancer when he was 10. When he pitched for Bishop Eustace, he would sign the names of each of the young cancer patients he was with who did not survive under the bill of his cap.
In 2020, the Phillies expect their ace — Aaron Nola — to return to form as one of the best starters in baseball. They hope the $118 million they paid for Zack Wheeler gives them a bona fide No. 2. They hope a healthy Jake Arrieta can be a solid No. 3.
Herrera is in minor league camp in Clearwater with the Phillies
Bonnie Erickson and Wayde Harrison, who created the Phanatic in the 1970s, say the changes are 'transparent' and 'an afront to our intellectual property rights'
Players get mad after these processes. That’s a simple fact. But you are only as good as your next contract. And the one the Phillies will likely give J.T. Realmuto makes this all seem like just a minor tiff.
The changes were made in response to the ball club's ongoing legal battle with the mascot's creators
The Phillie Phanatic may have a new look this season as the Phillies continue a legal battle to maintain control of the mascot.
The home run has never been more influential in baseball, and for the 2020 Phillies, it could be their key to succeeding.
Plus, beaning the Astros and banning Tim Tebow (from the XFL)
It's been about a week and a lot has happened down in Clearwater as the Phillies prepare to start playing in games soon to tune up (and figure out their 26-man roster) for the regular season.
Harper is in the second season of a 13-year, $330 million deal with the Phillies
