Full History Of Philadelphia Phillies In Timeline From 1900

1900: Reference point for Phillies' losing streak record.

In 1961, the Philadelphia Phillies experienced a significant low point, losing 23 consecutive games, which remains the worst in major league baseball since 1900.

1901: City Series Halted

In 1901, the City Series was not held due to legal disputes between the National and American Leagues.

1901: Players Defect to American League

In 1901, with the emergence of the American League, many of the Phillies' better players defected to the new league.

1902: City Series Halted

In 1902, the City Series was not held due to legal disputes between the National and American Leagues.

1902: Dismal Season

In 1902, the Phillies finished 46 games out of first place, marking the first of three straight years finishing either seventh or eighth.

1903: Baker Bowl Balcony Collapse

In 1903, a balcony collapsed during a game at the Baker Bowl, resulting in 12 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Rogers was forced to sell the Phillies.

1903: Inaugural City Series

In 1903, the City Series began between the Philadelphia Athletics of the American League and the Philadelphia Phillies.

1903: Phillies as a team in Major League

In 1980, the Phillies won their first World Series Championship, thus becoming the last of the 16 teams from 1903 to 1960 to win a World Series.

1904: First 100-Loss Season

In 1904, the Philadelphia Phillies finished with a record of 52–100, marking the first time in franchise history that they lost 100 games.

1915: First Pennant Win and World Series Appearance

In 1915, the Philadelphia Phillies won their first National League pennant, led by Grover Cleveland Alexander and Gavvy Cravath. They then faced the Boston Red Sox in the World Series, losing four games to one.

1915: First National League Pennant

In 1915, the Philadelphia Phillies won their first National League pennant.

1916: Near Pennant Win

In 1916, the Philadelphia Phillies narrowly missed capturing a second consecutive pennant, finishing two and a half games out of first place with a record of 91–62. Alexander won his second consecutive triple crown.

1917: Alexander Traded to Cubs

In 1917, Grover Cleveland Alexander was traded to the Chicago Cubs for Mike Prendegrast and Pickles Dillhoefer, because owner William Baker refused to increase his salary. The Phillies finished the 1917 season in second place.

1918: Start of Futility Era

In 1918, following the trade of Alexander, the Phillies finished sixth, marking the beginning of a long period of futility that lasted until 1948.

1923: Stadium Renamed Baker Bowl

In 1923, the Philadelphia Base Ball Grounds was renamed the Baker Bowl.

1925: Using Sheep for Grass Trimming

Until 1925, the Phillies used a flock of sheep to trim the grass at Baker Bowl.

1926: Right Field Grandstand Collapse

In 1926, the entire right field grandstand collapsed at Baker Bowl, forcing the Phillies to move to Shibe Park in 1927.

1927: Temporary Move to Shibe Park

In 1927, after the right field grandstand collapse at the Baker Bowl in 1926, the Phillies moved to Shibe Park.

1930: Baker's Death

In 1930, Baker died and left half of his estate to his wife and the other half to longtime team secretary Mae Mallen.

1930: Most Runs Allowed in a Season

In 1930, the Phillies surrendered 1199 runs, which is a major-league record that still stands today.

1932: Nugent in Full Control

In 1932, Baker's widow died, leaving Gerald Nugent in complete control of the Phillies.

1932: Chuck Klein wins MVP

In 1932, Chuck Klein won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

1932: Winning Season

In 1932, during a long stretch of futility, the Phillies had their only winning record between 1918 and 1948.

1933: Chuck Klein Wins Triple Crown

In 1933, Chuck Klein won the Triple Crown.

July 10, 1936: Chuck Klein Hits Four Home Runs

On July 10, 1936, Chuck Klein hit four home runs in one game at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh.

1938: Phillies Bought Shibe Park

As part of the deal selling the Athletics to the Johnson brothers, the Phillies bought Shibe Park, where both teams had played since 1938.

1939: By Saam Broadcasting Career

From 1939 to 1975, By Saam broadcasted for the Phillies.

1941: Franchise Record for Losses

In 1941, the Philadelphia Phillies finished with a 43–111 record, setting a franchise record for losses in a season.

March 15, 1943: Team Purchased by Cox

On March 15, 1943, William D. Cox purchased the Philadelphia Phillies with a group of investors.

November 23, 1943: Cox Banned, Team Sold to Carpenters

On November 23, 1943, William D. Cox was banned from baseball, and the Phillies were sold to Bob Carpenter Sr. and his son.

1943: Team Up for Sale

In 1943, Nugent realized he did not have enough money to operate the team and put the Philadelphia Phillies up for sale.

1944: Blue Jays Nickname

In 1944, the Philadelphia Phillies held a fan contest and chose "Blue Jays" as an additional nickname, proposed by Elizabeth Crooks.

1946: Minor League Clubs Named Blue Jays

Before the start of the 1946 season, the Phillies added three minor league clubs and named them all Blue Jays: the Class C Salina Blue Jays, Class C Schenectady Blue Jays and Class D Green Bay Blue Jays.

1948: End of Futility Era

1948 marked the end of a long losing period for the Phillies, that started in 1918.

1949: First Division Appearance in 31 Years

In 1949, the Philadelphia Phillies finished in third place, marking their first appearance in the first division in 31 years. Bob Carpenter Sr. died in June.

1949: Unofficial Dropping of Blue Jays Nickname

News reports from the time indicate that the "Blue Jays" nickname was not officially dropped by the team until January 1950, although the team in the 2000s claimed that it was quietly dropped by 1949.

January 1950: Official Dropping of Blue Jays Nickname

In January 1950, the Philadelphia Phillies officially dropped the "Blue Jays" nickname, which had not gained popularity.

1950: Jim Konstanty wins MVP

In 1950, Jim Konstanty won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

1950: "Whiz Kids" Pennant Win

In 1950, the "Whiz Kids" Phillies clinched their first pennant in 35 years after Dick Sisler's home run against the Brooklyn Dodgers. They were then swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series.

1950: Athletics Last Place Finish and Mack's Retirement

In 1950, the Philadelphia Athletics finished last, and longtime manager Connie Mack retired.

1951: Phillies Season

In 1951, the Philadelphia Phillies finished with a 73–81 record.

1952: Phillies Season

In 1952, the Philadelphia Phillies finished nine and a half games out of first place, with an 87–67 record.

1953: Shibe Park Renamed Connie Mack Stadium

In 1953, Shibe Park was renamed Connie Mack Stadium in honor of longtime Philadelphia Athletics manager Connie Mack.

1953: Phillies Season

In 1953, the Philadelphia Phillies finished in third place with an 83–71 record.

1954: Phillies Season

In 1954, the Philadelphia Phillies began a losing streak.

1955: End of City Series

In 1955, the City Series between the Philadelphia Athletics and the Phillies ended after the Athletics moved to Kansas City, Missouri.

1955: Athletics Move to Kansas City

In 1955, the Philadelphia Athletics moved to Kansas City.

1956: Don Larsen's Perfect Game

In 1956, Don Larsen pitched a perfect game in the World Series, which was only the second no-hitter of any type in a World Series.

1956: Don Larsen's perfect game in 1956 World Series

In the 1956 World Series, New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen threw a perfect game, the first in Major League Baseball postseason history.

1957: Jack Sanford wins Rookie of the Year

In 1957, Jack Sanford won Rookie of the Year honors with the Phillies.

1957: Phillies Season

In 1957, the Philadelphia Phillies losing streak ended.

1958: Start of Last Place Finishes

In 1958, the Philadelphia Phillies began a series of last-place finishes, lasting until 1961.

1960: Sawyer Quits, Mauch Replaces

In 1960, Manager Eddie Sawyer abruptly quit the Philadelphia Phillies after the season opener, and was replaced by Gene Mauch.

1960: Phillies as a team in Major League

In 1980, the Phillies won their first World Series Championship, thus becoming the last of the 16 teams from 1903 to 1960 to win a World Series.

1961: Phillies record-breaking losing streak

In 1961, the Philadelphia Phillies experienced a significant low point, losing 23 consecutive games. This losing streak remains the worst in major league baseball since 1900.

1961: End of Last Place Finishes

In 1961, the Philadelphia Phillies finished a series of last-place finishes that started in 1958.

1962: Bill Campbell Broadcasting Career

From 1962 to 1970, Bill Campbell broadcasted for the Phillies.

1962: Phillies finish above .500, Gene Mauch wins Manager of the Year

In 1962, the Phillies finished with a record above .500 for the first time in five years, marking a positive turn for the team. Gene Mauch was named National League Manager of the Year for his efforts that season.

1963: Richie Ashburn Broadcasting Career

From 1963 to 1997, Richie Ashburn broadcasted for the Phillies.

1963: Phillies improve their record

In 1963, the Phillies improved their performance, concluding the season with a record of 87 wins and 75 losses.

1964: Dick Allen named Rookie of the Year

In 1964, Dick Allen was named Rookie of the Year. Phillies' fans are known for harsh criticism of their own stars such as Dick Allen.

1964: Phillies' Collapse and Pennant Loss

In 1964, despite a strong position with a 90–60 record and a 6.5-game lead in the pennant race on September 20, the Phillies suffered a major collapse, losing 10 consecutive games and ultimately missing the pennant to the St. Louis Cardinals. This event is known as the "Phold of '64".

1964: Carpenter sells Connie Mack Stadium at a loss

In 1964, the owner of the Phillies, Carpenter, sold Connie Mack Stadium to Philadelphia Eagles owner Jerry Wolman, incurring a $1 million loss from his purchase of the stadium 10 years prior.

1964: Jim Bunning pitches perfect game on Father's Day

On Father's Day in 1964, Jim Bunning pitched a perfect game against the New York Mets, achieving the first perfect game in the history of the Philadelphia Phillies.

1965: Sandy Koufax no-hits Cubs

In 1965, The Cole Hamels' no-hitter against the Chicago Cubs was the first no-hitter against the Cubs since Sandy Koufax's perfect game.

1966: Phillies finish fourth in NL standings

During the 1966 season, the Philadelphia Phillies finished no higher than fourth place in the National League standings.

1967: Attendance drops at Connie Mack Stadium

By 1967, attendance at Connie Mack Stadium began to decline, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to start planning for a new stadium.

1969: Phillies finish fifth in NL East Division

In the 1969 season, the Philadelphia Phillies ended up in fifth place in the newly formed National League East Division, posting a record of 63 wins and 99 losses.

1969: Start of Divisional Era

Since the start of the Divisional Era in 1969, the Phillies have become one of MLB's most successful teams.

1970: Bill Campbell Broadcasting Career

Bill Campbell's broadcasting career for the Phillies ended in 1970 after starting in 1962.

1970: Phillies Leave Connie Mack Stadium

In 1970, the Philadelphia Phillies departed from Shibe Park, then known as Connie Mack Stadium.

1970: Phillies Beat Expos in Last Game at Connie Mack Stadium

In 1970, the Philadelphia Phillies played their final game at Connie Mack Stadium, defeating the Expos by a score of 2-1. Fans began to remove items from the ballpark as souvenirs after the game.

1971: Harry Kalas Broadcasting Career

From 1971 to 2009, Harry Kalas broadcasted for the Phillies.

1971: Rick Wise no-hitter and Harry Kalas joins Phillies broadcasting team

In 1971, Rick Wise pitched a no-hitter and hit two home runs in the same game against the Cincinnati Reds. Additionally, Harry Kalas joined the Philadelphia Phillies broadcasting team during that season.

1971: Phillies open Veterans Stadium

In 1971, the Philadelphia Phillies inaugurated the new Veterans Stadium in South Philadelphia, marking the first time the team was not located in North Philadelphia. The team also introduced new maroon uniforms to mark the change.

1972: Ruly Carpenter given control of team

In 1972, Ruly Carpenter was given control of the Philadelphia Phillies when his father stepped down as team president.

1972: Steve Carlton wins Cy Young Award

In 1972, Steve Carlton won the Cy Young Award.

1972: Milt Pappas no-hits at Wrigley Field

In 1972, The Cole Hamels' no-hitter against the Chicago Cubs was first at Wrigley Field since the Cubs' Milt Pappas.

1972: Steve Carlton wins Cy Young Award and Bob Carpenter Jr. retires

In 1972, despite the Phillies being the worst team in baseball, Steve Carlton won his first National League Cy Young Award. That same year, Bob Carpenter Jr. retired, passing the team's ownership to his son Ruly.

1972: Dan Baker Starts as PA Announcer

In the 1972 season, Dan Baker started as the Phillies' public-address (PA) announcer.

1974: Last time the Phillies finished below .500 before 1985

1985 was the first time the team finished below .500 since 1974.

1975: By Saam Broadcasting Career

By Saam's broadcasting career for the Phillies ended in 1975 after starting in 1939.

April 17, 1976: Mike Schmidt Hits Four Home Runs

On April 17, 1976, Mike Schmidt hit four home runs in one game at Wrigley Field in Chicago.

1976: Beginning of Phillies' National League East Division title streak

In 1976, the Phillies began their streak of consecutive National League East Division titles, a feat they would repeat starting in 2007.

1976: Phillies win division title

In 1976, the Phillies, with players such as Carlton, Schmidt, and Bowa, won the division title, but lost in the NLCS against the Reds.

1977: Fans heckle Burt Hooton

In 1977, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Burt Hooton's poor performance during game three of the NLCS has often been attributed to the crowd's taunting. Phillies' fans are known for heckling the visiting team.

1977: Steve Carlton wins Cy Young Award

In 1977, Steve Carlton won his second National League Cy Young Award.

1977: Toronto Blue Jays Start Play

In 1977, Toronto's MLB club began play, using the Blue Jays moniker.

1977: Phillies win division title

In 1977, the Phillies won the division title, but lost in the NLCS against the Dodgers.

1978: Phillies Wall of Fame Started

In 1978, the Phillies Wall of Fame was started as the Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame, inducting one former Phillie and one former member of the Philadelphia Athletics per year until 2004.

1978: Introduction of the Phillie Phanatic

In 1978, the Phillies introduced a new mascot, the Phillie Phanatic, who has been called "baseball's best mascot".

1978: Phillies win division title

In 1978, the Phillies won the division title, but lost in the NLCS against the Dodgers.

1979: Phillies acquire Pete Rose

In 1979, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired Pete Rose, a move intended to elevate the team's performance.

1980: Mike Schmidt wins MVP

In 1980, Mike Schmidt won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

1980: Tug McGraw's Victory Parade Quote

In 1980, during the victory parade after the World Series, Tug McGraw told New York fans they could "take this championship and shove it," creating a roar from Philadelphia fans.

1980: Phillies win World Series

In 1980, manager Dallas Green led the Phillies to a World Series victory against the Kansas City Royals.

1980: World Series Championship

In 1980, the Philadelphia Phillies won their first World Series championship, defeating the Kansas City Royals.

1980: Reference to 1980 championship

In 1989, Mike Schmidt retired from baseball after playing in only 42 games, marking the departure of the last member of the 1980 championship team.

1981: Mike Schmidt wins MVP

In 1981, Mike Schmidt won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

1981: Ruly Carpenter sells the Phillies

In 1981, Ruly Carpenter sold the Philadelphia Phillies for $32.5 million to a group headed by William Yale Giles.

1981: Expos defeat Phillies in NLDS

In 1981, the Montreal Expos (now the Washington Nationals) defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 in the National League Division Series (NLDS).

1981: Phillies return to playoffs and Mike Schmidt wins MVP

In 1981, the Philadelphia Phillies returned to the playoffs after a split season due to a players' strike, but were defeated by the Montreal Expos in the NLDS. Mike Schmidt won his second consecutive NL MVP award.

1982: Steve Carlton wins Cy Young Award

In 1982, Steve Carlton won the Cy Young Award.

1982: Phillies narrowly miss playoffs, Carlton wins Cy Young

In 1982, the Phillies narrowly missed the playoffs, finishing three games behind the St. Louis Cardinals. Steve Carlton won his fourth Cy Young Award with 23 wins.

1983: John Denny wins Cy Young Award

In 1983, John Denny won the Cy Young Award.

1983: Phillies win NL Pennant, lose World Series

In 1983, the Philadelphia Phillies returned to the playoffs, beat the Los Angeles Dodgers to win the NL pennant, but lost to the Baltimore Orioles in the World Series. John Denny won the NL Cy Young Award and the team was nicknamed "Wheeze Kids".

1983: Centennial Team Selected

In 1983, the Phillies selected their Centennial Team, commemorating the best players of the first 100 years in franchise history, instead of inducting a player into the Wall of Fame.

1983: Phillies' best September since 1983

In September 2010, the Phillies had their best September since 1983, winning 22 games that month.

1984: Phillies Finish Fourth in NL East

In 1984, the Philadelphia Phillies concluded the season in fourth place in the National League East, achieving a record of 81 wins and 81 losses. Mike Schmidt led the league in home runs and runs batted in.

1984: Phillies Phestival Inaugural Event

In 1984, the Phillies started the "Phillies Phestival" to support research related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), raising approximately $4,500 at the inaugural event.

1985: Phillies finish below .500

In 1985, the Philadelphia Phillies had their first season with a record below .500 since 1974.

1986: Mike Schmidt wins MVP

In 1986, Mike Schmidt won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

1986: Phillies finish second in division

In 1986, despite releasing star pitcher Steve Carlton due to injuries, the Phillies finished second in their division with a record of 86-75. Mike Schmidt led the National League in home runs and runs batted in, also winning his third MVP award.

1987: Steve Bedrosian wins Cy Young Award

In 1987, Steve Bedrosian won the Cy Young Award.

1988: Schmidt Misses Most of Season Due to Injuries

In 1988, Mike Schmidt missed the majority of the season because of injuries.

1989: Mike Schmidt retires

In 1989, Mike Schmidt retired from baseball after playing in only 42 games, marking the departure of the last member of the 1980 championship team.

1990: Terry Mulholland throws no-hitter

In 1990, Terry Mulholland lost a perfect game in the seventh inning due to a throwing error but was credited with a no-hitter, facing the maximum 27 batters.

1991: Phillies' Managerial Records Since 1991

In 1991 the Phillies' managerial records and accomplishments from 1991 onwards are available.

1992: Uniform and Logo Change

Before the 1992 season, the Philadelphia Phillies decided to change their uniform and logo, opting for colors similar to those used during the "Whiz Kids" era. The season ended with the team in last place in the National League East.

1993: Scott Rolen drafted by the Phillies

In 1993, Scott Rolen was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies in the second round of the amateur draft.

1993: The Macho Row Phillies

In 1993, the Philadelphia Phillies team, featuring stars like Daulton, Kruk, and Dykstra, was known as "Macho Row" for their distinctive appearance. This endeared them to fans, leading to record-high attendance the following year.

1993: Phillies win NL Pennant but lose World Series

In 1993, the Philadelphia Phillies won the National League Championship Series against the Atlanta Braves, earning their fifth NL pennant. However, they were defeated by the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series, with Joe Carter hitting a walk-off home run in Game 6.

1993: Blue Jays Defeat Phillies in World Series

In 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in six games in the World Series.

1993: Reference to 1993 World Series year

In 2001, Larry Bowa was hired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, leading them to an 86-76 record, their first winning season since the 1993 World Series year. He was also named National League Manager of the Year.

1993: Reference to 1993 team

The 1994-95 Major League Baseball strike negatively impacted attendance and on-field success for the Philadelphia Phillies, and the arrival of the Atlanta Braves further affected their performance. Several players from the 1993 team were traded or left.

1994: MLB strike impacts Phillies attendance and success

The 1994-95 Major League Baseball strike negatively impacted attendance and on-field success for the Philadelphia Phillies, and the arrival of the Atlanta Braves further affected their performance. Several players from the 1993 team were traded or left.

1996: Phillies draft future core players

Between 1996 and 2002, the Philadelphia Phillies drafted players who would become the core of the team, including Jimmy Rollins, Pat Burrell, Chase Utley, Ryan Howard, and Cole Hamels.

1996: Scott Rolen reaches the majors

By 1996, Scott Rolen had progressed to the major leagues with the Philadelphia Phillies.

1996: Atlanta Braves defend World Series title

In 1996, the Atlanta Braves had an opportunity to defend their World Series title.

1997: Introduction of Interleague Play

In 1997, Interleague play was introduced, allowing the Phillies and the Athletics to face each other for the first time since the A's moved from Philadelphia.

1997: Draft Pick J.D. Drew

In 1997, J. D. Drew was the Phillies' first overall draft pick in the amateur draft, but he never signed with the Phillies following a contract dispute with the team.

1997: Scott Rolen named NL Rookie of the Year

In 1997, Scott Rolen was recognized as the National League Rookie of the Year.

1997: Richie Ashburn Broadcasting Career

Richie Ashburn's broadcasting career for the Phillies ended in 1997 after starting in 1963.

August 1999: Fans Throw Debris at J.D. Drew

In August 1999, Phillies fans hurled debris, including two D batteries, at J. D. Drew during a game after he did not sign with the team following a contract dispute and re-entered the draft.

2000: Phillies avoid last place in NL East before 2014

In 2000, The team finished last in the NL East, the first time they had done so since 2000.

2001: Larry Bowa hired as manager

In 2001, Larry Bowa was hired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, leading them to an 86-76 record, their first winning season since the 1993 World Series year. He was also named National League Manager of the Year.

December 6, 2002: Jim Thome signs with the Phillies

On December 6, 2002, Jim Thome, a free agent, signed a six-year, $85 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.

2002: Phillies draft future core players

Between 1996 and 2002, the Philadelphia Phillies drafted players who would become the core of the team, including Jimmy Rollins, Pat Burrell, Chase Utley, Ryan Howard, and Cole Hamels.

2002: Harry Kalas Receives Ford Frick Award

In 2002, Harry Kalas was the recipient of the Ford Frick Award.

2002: Scott Rolen traded to Cardinals

In 2002, due to frustration with management, Scott Rolen was traded by the Philadelphia Phillies to the St. Louis Cardinals.

2002: Phillies avoid losing season before 2013

In 2002, the 2013 Phillies ended up with a record of 73–89, their first losing season since 2002.

2003: Phillies Leave Veterans Stadium

In 2003, the Philadelphia Phillies departed from Veterans Stadium.

2003: Reference to Phillies' last winning opening month

In 2008, the Philadelphia Phillies managed their first winning opening month since 2003.

2004: Charlie Manuel takes over as manager

After the 2004 season, Charlie Manuel replaced Larry Bowa as the manager of the Philadelphia Phillies.

2004: Move to Citizens Bank Park

In 2004, the Philadelphia Phillies moved to Citizens Bank Park.

2004: Wall of Fame Changes

In 2004, the Phillies began to only induct one former Phillie to the Wall of Fame per year.

2004: Wall of Fame Opens at Citizens Bank Park

In 2004, the Wall of Fame opened in Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park.

November 2005: Pat Gillick replaces Ed Wade as GM

In November 2005, Pat Gillick replaced Ed Wade as the general manager of the Philadelphia Phillies. Gillick then reshaped the club by bringing in players such as Shane Victorino, Jayson Werth, and Jamie Moyer.

2005: Charlie Manuel begins managing Phillies

In 2005, Charlie Manuel became the manager of the Phillies.

2005: Ryan Howard wins Rookie of the Year

In 2005, Ryan Howard won Rookie of the Year honors with the Phillies, becoming the second player in MLB history to win Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player in consecutive years.

2005: Nationals Relocate to Washington D.C.

In 2005, the Montreal Expos relocated to Washington D.C., becoming the Washington Nationals. This increased the geographic tension in their rivalry with the Philadelphia Phillies due to Washington's proximity to Philadelphia.

2006: Ryan Howard wins MVP

In 2006, Ryan Howard won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

2006: Phillies Last Postseason before 2012

In 2006, The Phillies played in the postseason.

2007: Jimmy Rollins wins MVP

In 2007, Jimmy Rollins won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

2007: Start of Phillies' NL East Division title streak

In 2007, The Phillies win–loss record never went below .500 during this time; and the team won the NL East five years in a row from 2007 to 2011.

2007: Phillies win NL East, Jimmy Rollins wins MVP

In 2007, after losing their 10,000th game, the Philadelphia Phillies won the National League East division title. Jimmy Rollins also won the NL MVP award, and the team acquired Brad Lidge.

2007: Start of Consecutive Division Titles

In 2007, the Philadelphia Phillies began a streak of winning five consecutive division titles.

2008: Utley and Lidge at All-Star Game, Blanton traded for

In 2008, Chase Utley and Brad Lidge represented the Philadelphia Phillies at the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. On July 17, the Phillies traded for starting pitcher Joe Blanton.

2008: Pat Gillick retires as general manager

In 2008, Pat Gillick retired as general manager of the Phillies after the season, and Rubén Amaro Jr. succeeded him.

2008: Phillies win 2008 World Series

In 2008, The Phillies had a World Series victory.

2008: Phillies named favorites to repeat as division champions

In 2008, some media outlets named the Philadelphia Phillies as favorites to repeat as division champions, although their April start was not as strong as many had anticipated.

2008: Second World Series Championship

In 2008, the Philadelphia Phillies secured their second World Series championship, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays.

2008: Phillies Phestival Raises Over $750,000

In 2008, the Phillies' Phestival raised over US$750,000 for ALS research.

2008: Remnants of 2008 World Series team depart

In 2015, it was clear that the remnants of the 2008 World Series team would soon be departing.

April 13, 2009: Harry Kalas' Death

On April 13, 2009, Phillies broadcaster Harry Kalas died. He was a 2002 recipient of the Ford Frick Award and an icon in the Philadelphia area.

September 30, 2009: Phillies clinch third consecutive National League East Division title

On September 30, 2009, the Phillies clinched a third consecutive National League East Division title, marking their first such streak since the 1976–78 seasons.

December 16, 2009: Phillies acquire Roy Halladay, trade Cliff Lee

On December 16, 2009, the Phillies acquired starting pitcher Roy Halladay from the Toronto Blue Jays, and traded Cliff Lee to the Seattle Mariners.

2009: Phillies lose to Yankees in the 2009 World Series

In 2009, the Phillies lost to the New York Yankees in the World Series, four games to two. However, Baseball America named the Phillies its Organization of the Year.

2009: Phillies in World Series since 2009

In 2009, the World Series went to Philadelphia for the first time since that year.

May 29, 2010: Roy Halladay pitches a perfect game

On May 29, 2010, Roy Halladay pitched a perfect game against the Florida Marlins.

June 2010: Phillies-Blue Jays series moved to Philadelphia due to G-20 Summit

In June 2010, the Phillies' series against the Toronto Blue Jays was moved to Philadelphia due to security concerns for the G-20 Summit. Ryan Howard was the first designated hitter in a National League ballpark during a regular-season game.

August 19, 2010: 100 Consecutive Sellouts Surpassed

On August 19, 2010, the Phillies surpassed 100 consecutive sellouts.

2010: Roy Halladay throws no-hitter in NLDS Game 1

In 2010, Roy Halladay threw a no-hitter in Game 1 of the National League Division Series against the Cincinnati Reds.

2010: Halladay named 2010 NL Cy Young Award winner

In 2010, Roy Halladay was named the NL Cy Young Award winner, after the Phillies fell to the San Francisco Giants in the National League Championship Series.

2010: Roy Halladay wins Cy Young Award

In 2010, Roy Halladay won the Cy Young Award.

2010: Phillies win fourth consecutive NL East Division championship

In 2010, the Phillies won their fourth consecutive NL East Division championship with an MLB-best record of 97–65, despite injuries to key players.

April 3, 2011: Attendance Record Broken

On April 3, 2011, the Phillies broke the three-game series attendance record at Citizens Bank Park, with 136,254 fans attending the opening weekend against the Houston Astros.

September 17, 2011: Phillies win fifth consecutive East Division championship

On September 17, 2011, the Phillies won their fifth consecutive East Division championship.

2011: Last Winning Season Before 2021

In 2011, the 2021 Phillies finished the season with an 82–80 record, their first winning season since 2011.

2011: End of Consecutive Division Titles

In 2011, the Philadelphia Phillies concluded their run of five consecutive division titles.

2011: League Leading Attendance

In 2011, the Phillies led the league in attendance with 3,680,718 fans.

2011: Video System Upgrade

In 2011, the Phillies spent $10 million to upgrade the video system at Citizens Bank Park, including a new display screen in left field, making it the largest in the National League at 76 feet high and 97 feet wide.

2011: Harry Kalas Statue Unveiled

In 2011, the Phillies unveiled a statue of Harry Kalas at Citizens Bank Park, funded by Phillies' fans and designed and constructed by a Phillies' fan.

2011: End of Phillies' NL East Division title streak

In 2011, the Phillies win–loss record never went below .500 during this time; and the team won the NL East five years in a row from 2007 to 2011.

2012: League Leading Attendance

In 2012, the Phillies led the league in attendance with 3,565,718 fans.

2012: Phillies miss postseason for the first time since 2006

In 2012, the Phillies traded key players and missed the postseason for the first time since 2006 after a loss to the Washington Nationals on September 28.

August 16, 2013: Phillies fire manager Charlie Manuel

On August 16, 2013, the Phillies fired manager Charlie Manuel and promoted Ryne Sandberg to interim manager.

2013: Charlie Manuel's Last Season

In 2013, Charlie Manuel concluded his tenure as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, having served since 2005.

November 2014: Gabe Kapler becomes Director of Player Development

In November 2014, Gabe Kapler had been the Director of Player Development for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

2014: Phillies finish last in NL East for the first time since 2000

In 2014, the Phillies finished last in the NL East for the first time since 2000.

2014: A's disregard Phillies history

In 2014, when the Athletics faced the Phillies in inter-league play at Oakland Coliseum, the Athletics promoted Connie Mack the day before the series while the Texas Rangers were in Oakland, not marking the Athletics history with the Phillies.

August 2015: Phillies UK Facebook Group

In August 2015, a Philadelphia Phillies' UK Facebook group was created.

2015: Phillies suffer injury setback

In 2015, Cliff Lee pitched his last game and was sidelined for the entire 2015 season due to injury.

2015: Phillies manager resigns

In 2015, Sandberg resigned as manager and bench coach Pete Mackanin was brought in as interim manager. Rubén Amaro Jr. was fired and Andy MacPhail was brought in as the interim general manager.

2016: Discontinuation of AM Radio Broadcasts

In 2016, the Philadelphia Phillies' broadcasts were discontinued on the former AM flagship station WPHT 1210.

2016: Phillies Add Red Alternate Uniform in 2016

In 2016, the Phillies added a red alternate uniform, similar to their spring training uniforms, to be used for mid-week afternoon games.

2016: Ryan Howard and Carlos Ruiz's last season in Phillies uniform

The 2016 season was the last for both Ryan Howard and Carlos Ruiz in a Phillies' uniform.

May 2017: UK Phillies Twitter Account

In May 2017, a UK Phillies' Twitter account was created.

September 29, 2017: Phillies fire manager Pete Mackanin

On September 29, 2017, Pete Mackanin was fired as manager of the Phillies.

October 30, 2017: Phillies announce Gabe Kapler as new manager

On October 30, 2017, the Phillies announced Gabe Kapler as their new manager.

November 2017: WIP-FM New Radio Home

In November 2017, WIP-FM (94.1 FM) became the Phillies' flagship radio station after being acquired by Audacy, a Philadelphia-area company.

2017: Red Alternate Uniform Unofficially Retired in 2017

Following the 2017 season, the Phillies unofficially retired their red alternate uniform and revived their powder blue throwbacks as an alternate uniform to be used on select Thursday home games.

2017: Wall of Fame's Last Season in Ashburn Alley

In 2017 was the last season the Wall of Fame was located in Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park.

2017: No Inductee for Wall of Fame

In 2017, there was no inductee for the Phillies Wall of Fame due to controversial allegations surrounding Pete Rose.

March 2018: Phillies France Account Launched

In March 2018, a Phillies' France account launched in French.

2018: Phillies target free agents

As soon as the 2018 season was over, the Phillies intended to start targeting valuable free agents.

2018: Phillies finish third in the NL East

In 2018, the Phillies finished with an 80–82 record and third in the division.

2018: Wall of Fame Relocated

In 2018, the Phillies' Wall of Fame exhibit was moved to a new plaza between the left-field scoreboard and the left-field entrance of Citizens Bank Park.

October 10, 2019: Phillies fire Manager Gabe Kapler

On October 10, 2019, Phillies Owner John Middleton fired Manager Gabe Kapler after intense deliberations with insiders and outsiders alike.

October 24, 2019: Phillies announce Joe Girardi as new manager

On October 24, 2019, the Philadelphia Phillies announced Joe Girardi as their 55th manager of the team.

2019: Bryce Harper Signs with Phillies

In 2019, star-outfielder Bryce Harper signed a 13-year, $330 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies as a free agent, further fueling the rivalry with the Washington Nationals. The Nationals later won the 2019 World Series during Harper's first year away from the team.

October 3, 2020: Matt Klentak relieved from General Manager

On October 3, 2020, Matt Klentak was relieved from General Manager.

December 11, 2020: Phillies hire Dave Dombrowski as President Of Baseball Operations

On December 11, 2020, the Phillies hired Dave Dombrowski as the President Of Baseball Operations.

December 22, 2020: Phillies hire Sam Fuld as General Manager

On December 22, 2020, Dombrowski hired Sam Fuld as the General Manager.

2020: "Cut Out Overdoses" Campaign at Citizens Bank Park

In 2020, Citizens Bank Park featured "cut-out" cardboard figures of fans filling the stands due to the coronavirus pandemic. Clicking on the silhouettes led to stories of overdose deaths as part of the "Cut Out Overdoses" anti-drug campaign.

2021: Bryce Harper wins MVP

In 2021, Bryce Harper won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Phillies.

2021: Red Alternates Brought Back for Select Road Games in 2021

In 2021, the Phillies brought back their red alternates for select road games, and they became the team's preferred uniform during "getaway day" road games.

2022: Phillies Induct Two into Wall of Fame

In 2022, the Phillies inducted two former Phillies to their Wall of Fame.

2022: Phillies jersey sleeve number display until 2022

Until 2022, the Phillies were the only team to display the player's number on one sleeve of the jersey, except on the alternate jersey.

2023: Phillies Retired the Red Alternates in 2023

After the 2023 season, the Phillies retired the red alternates in anticipation of a new City Connect uniform.

2023: Potential Option Year for Joe Girardi

In 2019, when the Philadelphia Phillies announced Joe Girardi as their 55th manager of the team, he had an option for the 2023 season.

2023: Phillies Induct Three into Wall of Fame

In 2023, the Phillies inducted three former Phillies to their Wall of Fame.

2023: Left Field Display Screen Upgrade

In 2023, the Phillies upgraded their left field display screen with a 4K HDR screen that is 77% larger than the previous one, measuring at 86 feet high and 152 feet wide.

2023: Phillies' sleeves left blank in 2023

Since 2023, the sleeves on the Phillies' primary uniforms were left blank in anticipation of a future uniform advertisement.

October 9, 2024: Statistics Current

As of October 9, 2024, the Phillies' statistics are current.

2024: Phillies Broadcasts in 2024

As of 2024, WIP-FM (94.1 FM) is the Phillies' flagship radio station, with Scott Franzke providing play-by-play. NBC Sports Philadelphia/Peacock and WCAU (NBC Channel 10) handle local television/streaming broadcasts.

2024: Phillies Season

By the end of the 2024 season, the Philadelphia Phillies had played 21,648 games, with a regular season record of 10,207–11,326–115 (.474).

2024: Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Becomes Phillies' First Uniform Advertiser in 2024

In 2024, Independence Blue Cross (IBX) was unveiled as the Phillies' first uniform advertiser.

2024: Phillies Uniforms Changed by Nike

In 2024, Nike changed the Phillies' wordmark crest to a tackle twill patch style on the new Vapor Premier uniform.

2024: Phillies Unveiled New City Connect Uniform in 2024

In 2024, the Phillies unveiled a new City Connect uniform, primarily light blue/midnight blue gradient with yellow trim, inspired by the flag of Philadelphia's colors. The Phillies wore their City Connect uniforms for 12 Friday night home games for the 2024 season.