Happy New Year

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish you all an early Happy New Year!  Hope you all have a fun and safe New Year's Eve!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

2018 Little Chase Season Highlights (12-31-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's final 2018 Little Chase Season Highlight is another set of pictures of me as Muttonchops Magoo when I decided to run for Governor and Senator from Pennsylvania.  Although I ran a spirited campaign...I was unsuccessful in becoming the first ever Governor-Senator.

I had a lot of fun portraying a filthy rich railroad tycoon.  Although old Muttonchops has returned to the 1800s....I wonder if he will ever come back for another appearance?!

Vote for Muttonchops....

I was sure this pie would get me more votes...

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Philadelphia Eagles Make NFC Playoffs As Sixth Seed Wildcard Team

Hi everybody,

The Eagles made the NFC Playoffs as the sixth seed Wildcard team with their victory over the Washington Redskins plus the loss by the Minnesota Vikings against the Chicago Bears.  The Eagles will get the chance to thank the NFC North Champion Bears for their help by eliminating them from the postseason next Sunday (January 6th, 2019) in the first round of the NFC playoffs.  Go Birds!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Week 16: Philadelphia Eagles (9-7) Beat Washington Redskins (7-9)

Hi everybody,

The Eagles beat the Redskins 24-0 earlier today to obtain a final regular season record of 9-7.  Since the Vikings also lost...the Eagles will play the Chicago Bears next Sunday (January 6th, 2019) in Chicago in an NFC first round match-up.  Go Birds!

Talk to you soon,

Little Chase

Gettysburg Photo of the Month (December 2018)

Hi everybody,

This month's Gettysburg photo is a shot of part of the battlefield where Union and Confederate forces fought on July 1st.  The Peace Light Memorial can be seen in the background of this photo.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Throwback Thursday (12-27-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's Throwback Thursday moment is from a couple years ago when I posed for a picture in front of my Christmas tree.  I think this photo could make a really good Christmas card.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (12-26-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's photo is a cool shot of Chase with two other Phillies legends...Ryan Howard and Jimmy Rollins.  All three of these Phillies legends will be honored next season and I'm so looking forward to seeing the ceremonies.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Merry Christmas

Hi everybody,

I just want to wish you all a Merry Christmas!  I hope you all have a happy and safe day!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

2018 Little Chase Season Highlights (12-24-18)

Hi everybody,

I almost forgot to do some 2018 Little Chase Season Highlights before the end of the year.  Although I had lots of highlights in 2018, I unfortunately didn't take too many pictures of them.  One cool set of pictures that would count as a huge highlight is some of the photos of me dressed as Muttonchops Magoo, Railroad Tycoon from this past Halloween.

Just one of my many choo choo trains...

My daily spending money...

My smaller gold room...

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Philadelphia Eagles Eliminated From NFC East Title Contention

Hi everybody,

The Eagles were eliminated from the NFC East title race earlier today when the Dallas Cowboys won and became NFC East Champions.  The Eagles can still make the playoffs as a Wildcard team with a win against the Washington Redskins plus a loss by the Minnesota Vikings against the Chicago Bears.  Go Birds and Bears!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Week 15: Philadelphia Eagles (8-7) Beat Houston Texans (11-3)

Hi everybody,

The Eagles beat the Texans 32-30 earlier today to obtain a record of 8-7.  The Birds will play the Washington Redskins next Sunday (December 30th) in Washington to conclude the regular season.  The Eagles still need a win and some help to make the playoffs.  Go Birds!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

The Five Worst Christmas Songs

Hi everybody,

** About seven years ago I posted the five worst Christmas songs ever (The Five Worst Christmas Songs).  I decided to share that list again for you all to enjoy....



I love listening to Christmas songs this time of the year.  I enjoy most of them but there are a few I really don't like.  So I decided to list the five songs I dislike the most.  I hope you don't like them as much as I don't.

1.  The Chipmunks Christmas song (Not even sure if that's the right name)

2.  Paul McCartney "Wonderful Christmas Time"  (Even thinking about this song makes me ill)

3.  "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer" (I don't have any idea who sings it and I don't really care)

4.  George Michael "Last Christmas"  (ugh)

5.  The Peanuts "Christmas Time is Here" (That song is very depressing and I'm a happy guy)

6.  The Waitresses "Christmas Wrapping"  (I know I said five songs but I just remembered that one and had to add it)

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

London Photo of the Month (December 2018)

Hi everybody,

This month's London photo is another shot of the soldiers that take part in the daily Changing of the Guard.  This photo was taken near Buckingham Palace.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Throwback Thursday (12-20-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's Throwback Thursday moment was from a few years back when I was showing off some Christmas presents from my grandmother.  She got me my cool snuggie and slippers that I still wear to this day.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (12-19-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's photo is a shot of Chase making an out at second base before throwing to first base to attempt to complete a double play.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Happy Birthday Chase

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish a Happy Birthday to my hero Chase Utley.  By a pure coincidence....today is my birthday as well.  I have decided to honor both our birthdays with a modest feast.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Week 14: Philadelphia Eagles (7-7) Beat Los Angeles Rams (11-3)

Hi everybody,

The Eagles beat the Rams 30-23 earlier tonight to obtain a record of 7-7.  The Birds will play the Houston Texans next Sunday (December 23rd) in Philly in yet another must-win game to keep their playoff hopes alive.  Go Birds!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish everyone a Happy National Ugly Christmas Sweater Day.  I'm celebrating this special day by wearing my Chris Jericho Christmas sweater.  Even though the sweater is still a little big for me, it's still great.  I hope that I grow into it eventually.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Charleston Photo of the Month (December 2018)

Hi everybody,

This month's Charleston photo was taken a few years ago from the outside of Fort Sumter.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Throwback Thursday (12-13-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's Throwback Thursday moment is from a few years ago when I was watching some old Christmas shows while eating some cookies.

Talk to you soon,

Little Chase

Andrew McCutchen Signs Three-Year Contract With Phillies

Hi everybody,

The Phils signed free agent outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a three-year contract that includes an option for a fourth-year in 2022.  McCutchen played for the Pittsburgh Pirates for most of his career before signing with the San Francisco Giants last season.  He was then traded to the New York Yankees before the trade deadline.

McCutchen is expected to mostly play left field next season.  Welcome to Philly, Cutch!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (12-12-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's photo is a shot of Chase posing for either a Phillies or MLB promotional photo.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Week 13: Philadelphia Eagles (6-7) Lose To Dallas Cowboys (8-5)

Hi everybody,

The Eagles lost to the Cowboys 29-23 today in overtime to obtain a record of 6-7.  With this latest loss, the Eagles now have a very slim chance of making the playoffs.  The Birds will play the Los Angeles Rams next Sunday night (December 16th) in Los Angeles.  Go Birds!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

National Bartender Day

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish you all a very Happy National Bartender Day!  I hope you all get to visit your local bartender today and be extra nice to him or her.  I know a great bartender at a little saloon that everyone should treat great with lots of tips and some snacks.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Hi everybody,

On this day 77 years ago, Japan attacked the United States at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii.  2,403 American citizens lost their lives in the surprise attack that led to the entry of the United States into World War II and this day honors their sacrifice.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Phillies Acquire Jose Alvarez From Angels

Hi everybody,

The Phillies traded relief pitcher Luis Garcia to the Los Angeles Angels for relief pitcher Jose Alvarez.  Welcome to Philly, Jose Alvarez!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Throwback Thursday (12-6-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's Throwback Thursday moment is a shot of me from several years enjoying some hot chocolate while wearing my snuggie that I had gotten for Christmas.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (12-5-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's photo is a shot of Chase getting a hit while batting.  I bet that hit was at least a double.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

National Cookie Day

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish everyone a Happy National Cookie Day!  I hope you all get to enjoy some cookies today.  I think I'll celebrate this great day with some chocolate chip cookies and a glass of milk.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Week 12: Philadelphia Eagles (6-6) Beat Washington Redskins (6-6)

Hi everybody,

The Eagles beat the Redskins 28-13 earlier tonight to obtain a record of 6-6.  The Birds will play the Dallas Cowboys next Sunday (December 9th) in Dallas in yet another must-win game.  Go Birds!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Phillies and Mariners Agree To Five-Player Trade

Hi everybody,

The Phillies and Mariners completed a trade earlier today that sent Phils infielders Carlos Santana and J.P. Crawford to Seattle in exchange for shortstop Jean Segura and relief pitchers Juan Nicasio and James Pazos.  Segura is the centerpiece of the deal for the Phils and is expected to be the starting shortstop for the 2019 Season.  Good luck in Seattle Carlos Santana and J.P. Crawford.  Welcome to Philly Jean Segura, Juan Nicasio and James Pazos.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Happy Hanukkah

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish all of my Jewish readers a Happy Hanukkah!  I hope the next eight days and nights are safe and joyful for you all.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Gettysburg Photo of the Month (November 2018)

Hi everybody,

This month's Gettysburg photo is a shot of some of the Union monuments on East Cemetery Hill.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Throwback Thursday (11-29-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's Throwback Thursday moment is from a couple years ago when I was eating a buffalo chicken cheese steak.  That was such a great sammich and the addition of a root beer to drink made it even better.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (11-28-18)

Hi everybody,

This week's photo is a cool shot of Chase in the field getting a player out at second base.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

National Cake Day

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish you all a Happy National Cake Day.  I hope you all get to have some cake today.  I know that I'm planning on have some.

Party hats and candles are required for this great day...

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Week 11: Philadelphia Eagles (5-6) Beat New York Giants (3-8)

Hi everybody,

The Eagles beat the Giants 25-22 earlier today to obtain a record of 5-6.  The Birds will play the Washington Redskins next Monday night (December 3rd) in Philly in another must-win game.  Go Birds!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase