2021 MLB All-Star Game

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The 2021 MLB All-Star game was played last night (July 13th) and the National League once again lost to the American League 5-2.  Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto went 1-2 with a solo Home Run in the 5th inning and starting pitcher Zack Wheeler struck out the only batter he faced in the 9th inning.  Congrats to J.T. and Zack on their great play in the All-Star Game.

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Little Chase

J.T. Realmuto and Zack Wheeler Selected for 2021 National League All-Star Team

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I just wanted to congratulate Phillies starting catcher J.T. Realmuto and starting pitcher Zack Wheeler for their selections to the 2021 National League All-Star Team. This is Realmuto's third All-Star appearance (2018 as a Miami Marlin and 2019 as a Phillie) and first All-Star Appearance. The All-Star Game will be played next Tuesday night (July 13th). Congrats again, J.T. and Zack!

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Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (6-23-21)

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This week's photo is a shot of Chase during one of his many All-Star Game appearances.

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Little Chase

Alumni Weekend - Bobby Abreu Wall of Fame Ceremony

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It is Alumni Weekend down at the ballpark and former Phillies outfielder Bobby Abreu was added to the Phillies Wall of Fame in a ceremony before tonight's ballgame against the Chicago White Sox.

Abreu played on the Phillies from 1998-2006 where he was a two time member of the National League All-Star Team in 2004 and 2005.  Abreu also won a Gold Glove Award in 2005 and a Silver Slugger Award in 2006.

During the ceremony, a highlight video of Abreu's career in Philly was played and Jimmy Rollins unveiled Abreu's Wall of Fame Plaque.

Abreu viewing highlight video

Roll unveiling Wall of Fame Plaque

Abreu was very emotional in his speech to the crowd (Abreu Wall of Fame Speech) where he thanked the Phillies organization and the fans.

Abreu speaking to the crowd...

Officially a Wall of Famer...

Waving to the crowd....

Congrats on your Wall of Fame induction Bobby Abreu!


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Little Chase

2019 MLB All-Star Game

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The 2019 MLB All-Star game was last night (July 9th) and the National League lost to the American League 4-3. Although Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto went 0-2 as the Designated Hitter, I still want to congratulate him for being the Phils sole representative on the NL All-Star Team.

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Little Chase

J.T. Realmuto Selected for 2019 National League All-Star Team

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to congratulate Phillies starting catcher J.T. Realmuto for his selection to the 2019 National League All-Star Team.  This is Realmuto's second All-Star appearance (2018 as a Miami Marlin) and first as a Phillie.  The All-Star Game will be played next Tuesday night (July 9th).  Congrats again, J.T. Realmuto!

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Little Chase

Bobby Abreu Selected as 2019 Phillies Wall of Fame Inductee

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The Phillies announced earlier today that former outfielder Bobby Abreu has been selected as the 2019 Phillies Wall of Fame inductee.  The ceremony will occur on Saturday, August 4th during Alumni Weekend.  Abreu played on the Phillies from 1998-2006 where he was a two time member of the National League All-Star Team in 2004 and 2005.

Congrats, Mr. Abreu!

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Little Chase

2018 MLB All-Star Game

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The 2018 MLB All-Star game was this past Tuesday (July 17th) and the National League lost to the American League 8-6 in 10 innings.  Even though the National League lost, Phils starting pitcher Aaron Nola pitched a scoreless 5th inning and looked good.  Congrats on a great job, Aaron!

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Little Chase

Aaron Nola Selected for 2018 National League All-Star Team

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I just wanted to congratulate Phillies starting pitcher Aaron Nola for his selection to the 2018 National League All-Star Team.  This is Nola's first All-Star appearance.  The All-Star Game will be played next Tuesday night (July 17th).  Congrats again, Aaron Nola!

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Little Chase

Phillies Resign Pat Neshek

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The Phillies have resigned free-agent relief pitcher Pat Neshek yesterday (December 12th) after trading him to the Colorado Rockies back in July (Pat Neshek Traded to the Colorado Rockies).  Neshek (who was the Phils sole All-Star last season) signed a two-year deal worth $16.5 million dollars.  Welcome back to Philly, Mr. Neshek!

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Little Chase

2017 MLB All-Star Game

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The 2017 MLB All-Star game was last night and the National League lost to the American League 2-1 in 10 innings.  Even though the National League lost, Phils relief pitcher Pat Neshek pitched well.  Neshek pitched a scoreless 2nd inning and upped his potential trade value if the Phillies elect to move him by the trade deadline.

Congrats Pat Neshek

2-Time All-Star Neshek

All-Star Phillie Phanatic and friends before the All-Star Game

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Little Chase

Phillies All-Star Pat Neshek and the Phillie Phanatic Receive Their Jerseys

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Phillies All-Star relief pitcher Pat Neshek and All-Star mascot the Phillie Phanatic received their NL All-Star jerseys during a pregame ceremony on Sunday (July 9th).  Neshek and the Phanatic seemed pretty happy when they were presented with their All-Star jerseys and got to pose with them on the field.  Congrats to Pat Neshek and the greatest mascot in all of sports...the Phillie Phanatic.

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Little Chase

Pat Neshek Selected for 2017 National League All-Star Team

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I just wanted to congratulate Phillies relief pitcher Pat Neshek for his selection to the 2017 National League All-Star Team.  This is Neshek's second All-Star appearance as he was also on the 2014 NL Team while a member of the St. Louis Cardinals.  The All-Star Game will be played next Tuesday night (July 11th).  Congrats again, Pat Neshek!

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Little Chase

Odubel Herrera Selected for 2016 National League All-Star Team

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I just wanted to congratulate Phillies centerfielder Odubel Herrera for his selection to the 2016 National League All-Star team.  This will be Herrera's first career All-Star appearance.  The All-Star Game will be played next Tuesday night (July 12th).  Congrats again El Torito!

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Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (6-22-16)

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This week's photo of Chase is just a cool picture that I found of him in the dugout.  I'm pretty sure it is from the All-Star Game that he was in a few years back.

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Little Chase

Jonathan Papelbon Selected for 2015 National League All-Star Team

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I just wanted to congratulate Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon for his selection to the National League All-Star team.  This will be Papelbon's sixth All-Star appearance.  The All-Star Game will be played next Tuesday night (July 14th).  Congrats again to Paps!

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Little Chase

Chase Utley Presented 2014 NL All-Star Jersey

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Phillies second baseman (and my hero) Chase Utley was awarded his NL All-Star jersey before yesterday's game (July 13th) against the Washington Nationals. Chase is the starting second baseman for the NL team and the sole representative from the Phillies.  Congrats Chase and good luck in the All-Star game on Tuesday, July 15th.

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Little Chase

Chase Utley Leads All 2nd Baseman in 1st Voting Update of NL All-Star Team

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Major League Baseball released the first voting update for the NL All-Star team yesterday and I have some great news to report. Phillies second baseman and my hero Chase Utley is currently in first place among all NL second basemen with 509,390 votes.  Fans can continue to vote until July 3rd so we all need to vote for Chase and all the other Phils.

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Little Chase