The Philadelphia Phillies are a professional baseball team based in Philadelphia, competing in MLB's National League East Division. Their home stadium since 2004 is Citizens Bank Park, located in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. They are a prominent sports organization in the city.
In 1961, the Phillies experienced a 23-game losing streak, which was noted as the worst in the majors since 1900, placing the event in historical context.
In 1901, there was no City Series held between the Phillies and the Athletics due to legal disputes between the National and American Leagues.
With the birth of the more lucrative American League in 1901, the Phillies saw many of their better players defect to the upstart.
In 1902, the Phillies finished 46 games out of first place.
In 1902, there was no City Series held between the Phillies and the Athletics due to legal disputes between the National and American Leagues.
In 1903, a balcony collapsed during a game at the Baker Bowl, killing 12 and injuring hundreds.
In 1903, the City Series was started between the Philadelphia Athletics and the Philadelphia Phillies, continuing through 1955.
The Phillies' 1980 World Series win marked them as the last of the 16 teams that made up the Major Leagues from 1903 to win a World Series, underscoring the franchise's long history.
In 1904, the Phillies finished with a record of 52–100, making them the first team in franchise history to have lost 100 games.
In 1915, the Philadelphia Phillies won their first National League pennant.
In 1915, the Philadelphia Phillies, led by Grover Cleveland Alexander and Gavvy Cravath, won their first National League pennant and went on to face the Boston Red Sox in the World Series, losing four games to one.
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 and posted 16 shutouts, tying the single-season major league record.
In 1917, Alexander was traded to the Chicago Cubs, and the Phillies finished the season in second place with a record of 87–65, ten games behind the New York Giants.
In 1918, the Phillies began a 31-year period of futility that lasted until 1948.
In 1923, the Philadelphia Base Ball Grounds was renamed the Baker Bowl.
Until 1925, the Phillies used a flock of sheep to trim the grass at Baker Bowl.
In 1926, the entire right field grandstand collapsed at Baker Bowl, forcing the Phillies to temporarily move to Shibe Park.
In 1927, following the collapse of the right field grandstand at Baker Bowl in 1926, the Phillies temporarily moved to Shibe Park.
In 1930, William Baker died, leaving half his estate to his wife and the other half to Mae Mallen.
In 1930, the Philadelphia Phillies surrendered 1199 runs, a major-league record.
In 1932, Baker's widow died, leaving Gerald Nugent in complete control of the team.
In 1932, Chuck Klein won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 1932, during a long period of futility from 1918-1948, the Phillies had one winning season.
In 1933, Chuck Klein won the Triple Crown.
On July 10, 1936, Chuck Klein of the Philadelphia Phillies hit four home runs in a single game at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh.
In 1938, the Phillies relocated back to Baker Bowl after a temporary move to Shibe Park. Despite the return, attendance was very low.
In 1941, the Philadelphia Phillies finished with a 43–111 record, setting a franchise record for losses in a season.
On March 15, 1943, lumber baron William D. Cox purchased the team with a group of investors for $190,000 and a $50,000 note, and the Phillies rose out of last place for the first time in five years.
On November 23, 1943, William Cox was banned from baseball, and Bob Carpenter Sr. bought the team with his son for an estimated $400,000.
In 1943, Nugent realized he did not have enough money to operate the team and put it up for sale.
In 1944, the Phillies held a fan contest to solicit a new team nickname, choosing "Blue Jays", and gave Elizabeth Crooks a $100 war bond.
Before the start of the 1946 season, the Philadelphia 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.
In 1946, In 2008, the Phillies introduced a cream-colored alternate uniform similar to those worn from 1946 through 1949, featuring red lettering bordered with blue piping and lacking pinstripes.
From 1918 until 1948, the Phillies had only one winning record, which came in 1932.
Although the team in the 2000s claimed that the Blue Jays moniker was quietly dropped by 1949, news reports at the time indicate that the nickname, which "never caught on anyway", was not officially dropped by the team until January 1950.
In 1949, In 2008, the Phillies introduced a cream-colored alternate uniform similar to those worn from 1946 through 1949, featuring red lettering bordered with blue piping and lacking pinstripes.
In 1949, the Phillies finished in third place with an 81–73 record, marking their first appearance in the first division in 31 years.
In January 1950, the Philadelphia Phillies officially dropped the Blue Jays moniker, which "never caught on anyway".
In 1950, Jim Konstanty won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 1950, The uniforms and logo are very similar to those used during the "Whiz Kids" era from 1950 to 1969.
In 1950, the Philadelphia Athletics finished last, and longtime manager Connie Mack retired.
In 1950, the Philadelphia Phillies, known as the "Whiz Kids", clinched their first pennant in 35 years and faced the New York Yankees in the World Series, where they were swept in four games.
In 1953, the Philadelphia Phillies ended up in third place with an 83–71 record.
Shibe Park was renamed Connie Mack Stadium in 1953, in honor of longtime Philadelphia Athletics manager Connie Mack.
In 1955, the City Series between the Philadelphia Athletics and the Philadelphia Phillies ended after the Athletics moved to Kansas City, Missouri.
In 1955, the Philadelphia Athletics abandoned Philadelphia and began to play in Kansas City.
In 1956, New York Yankees pitcher Don Larsen threw a perfect game in the World Series, the first no-hitter in Major League Baseball postseason history.
In 1957, Jack Sanford won the Rookie of the Year award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
From 1958 to 1961, the Philadelphia Phillies finished last place in the National League.
In 1960, Philadelphia Phillies Manager Eddie Sawyer abruptly quit the team after the season opener, and was replaced by Gene Mauch.
The Phillies' 1980 World Series win marked them as the last of the 16 teams that made up the Major Leagues until 1960 to win a World Series, underscoring the franchise's long history.
From 1958 to 1961, the Philadelphia Phillies finished last place in the National League.
In 1961, the Philadelphia Phillies experienced a significant low point, losing 23 consecutive games. This losing streak was the worst in Major League Baseball since 1900 and highlighted the team's competitive struggles.
In 1962, the Philadelphia Phillies finished with a record above .500 for the first time in five years, marking a turning point for the team. Gene Mauch was named National League Manager of the Year for his role in the team's improvement.
In 1963, the Philadelphia Phillies continued to improve, finishing the season with an 87–75 record. This performance inspired confidence that the team would soon contend for a return to the World Series.
In 1964, despite holding a significant lead in the pennant race with only 12 games left, the Phillies lost 10 consecutive games and ultimately missed the playoffs. This collapse, often referred to as the "Phold of '64," is remembered as one of the worst in sports history.
In 1964, the Phillies' owner, Carpenter, sold Connie Mack Stadium to Philadelphia Eagles' owner Jerry Wolman. This decision was driven by financial concerns and the stadium's deteriorating condition, resulting in a $1 million loss for Carpenter.
On Father's Day in 1964, Jim Bunning pitched a perfect game against the New York Mets. This was the first perfect game in Philadelphia Phillies' history.
In 1965, Sandy Koufax pitched a perfect game against the Chicago Cubs.
During the 1966 season, the Phillies finished no higher than fourth place in the National League standings, marking a period of relative mediocrity for the team.
By 1967, attendance at Connie Mack Stadium had started to drop, prompting the Philadelphia Phillies to begin planning for a new stadium due to the inadequate parking and deteriorating condition of the existing ballpark.
In 1969, The uniforms and logo are very similar to those used during the "Whiz Kids" era from 1950 to 1969.
In 1969, after the National League split into two divisions, the Phillies and the Pirates remained together in the National League East.
In the 1969 season, the Phillies finished fifth in the newly created National League East Division, with a record of 63–99, reflecting a disappointing performance.
Since the start of the Divisional Era in 1969, the Phillies have emerged as one of MLB's most successful teams.
In 1970, the Phillies adopted a dark burgundy color scheme and a new logo, featuring a Phillies "P" with a "baseball stitched" center swirl. This marked a change from previous uniforms and colors.
In 1970, the Phillies played their last game at Connie Mack Stadium, avoiding last place by defeating the Expos 2–1. After the game, fans removed items from the ballpark as mementos.
In 1971, Rick Wise pitched a no-hitter against the Cincinnati Reds and hit two home runs in the same game, achieving a rare feat. That same season, Harry Kalas joined the Phillies broadcasting team.
From 1972 to 1988, the Phillies used a pale blue as the base color for away game uniforms.
In 1972, Cubs' Milt Pappas pitched a no-hitter at Wrigley Field.
In 1972, Dan Baker started as the Phillies' public-address (PA) announcer and is the longest-tenured PA announcer in Major League Baseball.
In 1972, Ruly Carpenter was given control of the Philadelphia Phillies when his father stepped down as team president.
In 1972, Steve Carlton won the Cy Young Award with the Philadelphia Phillies, marking the first of four Cy Young Awards he would win with the team.
In 1972, despite the Phillies being the worst team in baseball, Steve Carlton won nearly half their games and was awarded his first National League Cy Young Award. Also in 1972, Bob Carpenter Jr. retired, passing team ownership to his son Ruly.
Before 1985, the last time the Phillies finished below .500 was in 1974.
On April 17, 1976, Mike Schmidt of the Philadelphia Phillies hit four home runs in a single game at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
In 1976, the Philadelphia Phillies, with players like Carlton, Schmidt, and Bowa, won their first of three consecutive division titles, marking a period of success for the team.
In 1977, Burt Hooton's poor performance during game three of the NLCS has often been attributed to the crowd's taunting.
In 1977, Steve Carlton won his second Cy Young Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 1977, Toronto's MLB club started play with the Blue Jays moniker.
In 1977, the Philadelphia Phillies, with players like Carlton, Schmidt, and Bowa, won their second of three consecutive division titles, marking a period of success for the team.
In 1977, the Phillies adopted a maroon v-necked batting practice jersey with the "Phillies" script name across the chest, as well as the player name and number on the back and a player number on the left sleeve, all in white.
In 1978, the Philadelphia Phillies, with players like Carlton, Schmidt, and Bowa, won their third of three consecutive division titles, marking a period of success for the team.
In 1978, the Phillie Phanatic mascot was introduced, becoming closely associated with the marketing of the team.
In 1978, the Phillies Wall of Fame was started as the Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame.
On May 19, 1979, the Phillies wore all-burgundy uniforms with white trimmings, called "Saturday Night Specials," for the first and last time, resulting in a 10–5 loss to the Montreal Expos. The uniforms were poorly received and quickly abandoned.
In 1979, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired Pete Rose, a move that was expected to provide the spark needed to elevate the team to championship contention.
In 1980, Dallas Green managed the Philadelphia Phillies to a World Series victory against the Kansas City Royals.
In 1980, Mike Schmidt won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies, marking the first of three MVP awards he would win with the team.
In 1980, during the victory parade after the World Series, Tug McGraw told New York fans they could "take this championship and shove it."
In 1980, the Philadelphia Phillies won the National League East and defeated the Houston Astros in a memorable NLCS to secure their first NL pennant in 30 years. Garry Maddox's game-winning hit in the 10th inning of a pivotal game sealed the victory.
In 1980, the Philadelphia Phillies won their first World Series championship, defeating the Kansas City Royals.
The Phillies had a successful era that ended in 1989 and started in 1980, with the World Series title.
In 1981, Mike Schmidt won his second consecutive Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 1981, Ruly Carpenter sold the Philadelphia Phillies for $32.5 million to a group headed by William Yale Giles, a longtime Phillies executive.
In 1981, the Montreal Expos (now the Washington Nationals) defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 in the National League Division Series (NLDS).
In 1981, the Philadelphia Phillies returned to the playoffs but were defeated in five games by the Montreal Expos in the National League Division Series. Mike Schmidt won his second consecutive NL Most Valuable Player award that year.
In 1982, Steve Carlton won his fourth Cy Young Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 1982, the Philadelphia Phillies finished three games behind the St. Louis Cardinals in the East Division, narrowly missing the playoffs. Steve Carlton captured his fourth career NL Cy Young Award that year.
In 1983, John Denny won the Cy Young Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 1983, instead of inducting a player into the Wall of Fame, the Phillies selected their Centennial Team, commemorating the best players of the first 100 years in franchise history.
In 1983, the Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers to capture their fourth NL pennant, but lost to the Baltimore Orioles in the World Series in five games. John Denny was named the 1983 NL Cy Young Award winner. The team was nicknamed the "Wheeze Kids" due to its numerous veterans.
In 1983, while wearing the burgundy uniform, the Phillies made another World Series appearance.
In 1984, the Philadelphia Phillies finished fourth in the National League East with a record of 81–81. Mike Schmidt led the National League in both home runs and runs batted in.
In 1984, the Phillies started the "Phillies Phestival" to support research related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease).
In 1985, the Philadelphia Phillies finished below .500 for the first time since 1974, marking a downturn in the team's performance.
In 1986, Mike Schmidt won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies, marking his third MVP award with the team.
In 1986, despite releasing star pitcher Steve Carlton due to injuries, the Philadelphia Phillies finished second in the division with a record of 86–75. Mike Schmidt led the National League in home runs and runs batted in and won several awards.
In 1987, Steve Bedrosian won the Cy Young Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
From 1972 to 1988, the Phillies used a pale blue as the base color for away game uniforms.
In 1988, injuries caused Mike Schmidt to miss most of the season, signaling a decline in his career and impacting the team's performance.
In 1989, Mike Schmidt retired from baseball after playing in only 42 games, marking the end of an era as the last member of the 1980 championship team departed.
In 1990, Terry Mulholland lost a perfect game in the seventh inning due to a throwing error, but was still credited with a no-hitter after facing the perfect-game maximum of 27 batters.
In 1991, the Phillies sported a dark burgundy as the main team color, with a classic pinstripe style for home uniforms.
Before the 1992 season, the Philadelphia Phillies decided to change their maroon uniform and logo to colors similar to those used during the days of the "Whiz Kids". The season ended with the Phillies at the bottom of the standings in the National League East.
In 1992, the Phillies adopted their current team colors, uniform, and logo, featuring red and white with blue accents. The home uniform is white with red pinstripes, and the road uniform is grey with red lettering.
In 1993, the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves in the National League Championship Series to earn their fifth NL pennant, but were defeated by the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series. Joe Carter hit a walk-off home run in Game 6.
In 1993, the Phillies, led by stars such as Darren Daulton and John Kruk, were dubbed "Macho Row" for their unkempt appearance. Their character endeared them to fans, leading to record-high attendance.
In 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Phillies in six games in the World Series.
In 2001, the Phillies had their first winning season since the 1993 World Series season.
In the second round of the 1993 amateur draft, the Philadelphia Phillies drafted third baseman Scott Rolen, who would later become a key player for the team.
The two National League East division rivals won the two highest numbers of division championships, reigning exclusively as NL East champions in the 1970s and again in the early 1990s, the Pirates nine, the Phillies six; together, the teams' 15 championships accounted for more than half of the 25 NL East championships during that span during the period of two-division play (1969–1993).
After the Pirates moved to the National League Central in 1994, the teams face each other in only two series each year and the rivalry has diminished.
In 1994, the Phillies introduced all-blue caps for home day games, which were unpopular with the players and considered unlucky. They were worn for seven games, with the team losing six.
The 1994 Major League Baseball strike and the arrival of the Atlanta Braves in the division due to league realignment negatively impacted attendance and the Philadelphia Phillies' on-field success. Key players from the 1993 team were traded or left the team.
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.
By 1996, Scott Rolen, drafted by the Phillies in 1993, had reached the major leagues, showcasing his potential and development within the organization.
In 1997, Scott Rolen was named National League Rookie of the Year, recognizing his outstanding performance and contributions in his first full season with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 1997, the Phillies drafted J.D. Drew, but he never signed with the team following a contract dispute.
Since the introduction of Interleague play in 1997, the Philadelphia Phillies and the Philadelphia Athletics have faced each other, but the rivalry has effectively died out.
In August 1999, Phillies fans, angered over a contract dispute, hurled debris, including two D batteries, at J.D. Drew during a game.
The Phillies had not finished last in the NL East since 2000 before the 2014 season.
In 2001, former Phillie Larry Bowa was hired as manager, leading the team to an 86–76 record, their first winning season since the 1993 World Series year. He was named National League Manager of the Year.
On December 6, 2002, Jim Thome, a free agent, signed a six-year, $85 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, signaling a major acquisition for the team.
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.
In 2002, Harry Kalas was a recipient of the Ford Frick Award.
In 2002, Scott Rolen was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals after becoming frustrated with the Phillies' management and demanding a trade.
The 2013 Phillies ended up with a record of 73–89, their first losing season since 2002.
On September 28, 2003, during the closing ceremonies at Veterans Stadium, Larry Christenson wore the old burgundy "Saturday Night Specials" uniform in a procession of former players.
In 2003, the Philadelphia Phillies ended their run at Veterans Stadium.
In 2008, the Philadelphia Phillies managed their first winning opening month since 2003, highlighting a period of inconsistency in their early-season performance.
After the 2004 season, Charlie Manuel took over as the Philadelphia Phillies' manager, succeeding Larry Bowa and bringing a new leadership style to the team.
In 2004, the Phillies' Wall of Fame was located in Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park.
Since 2004, the Phillies have only inducted one Phillie annually to the Wall of Fame, with exceptions in 2022 and 2023.
In November 2005, Pat Gillick replaced Ed Wade as the Philadelphia Phillies' general manager and reshaped the club by bringing in players such as Shane Victorino, Jayson Werth, and Jamie Moyer.
Charlie Manuel started managing the Philadelphia Phillies in 2005.
In 2005, Charlie Manuel began his tenure as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, serving until 2013 and becoming the longest-tenured manager in franchise history.
In 2005, Ryan Howard won the Rookie of the Year award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 2005, the Montreal Expos relocated to Washington, D.C., becoming the Washington Nationals, which intensified the geographic rivalry with the Philadelphia Phillies.
2006 was the last year that the Phillies made an appearance in the post season before 2012.
In 2006, Ryan Howard won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
Since 2006, the Phillies and Mets have had an increased rivalry as both teams battled for playoff position, with the Mets winning the division in 2006.
On November 29, 2007, the Phillies announced their cream-colored alternate uniform, with Jimmy Rollins, Cole Hamels, and Robin Roberts modeling the new uniforms.
After losing their 10,000th game in 2007, the Philadelphia Phillies won the National League East division title but were swept by the Colorado Rockies in the Division Series. After the season, they acquired closer Brad Lidge through a trade with the Houston Astros.
From 2007 to 2011, the Phillies maintained a winning record and secured the NL East title for five consecutive years.
In 2007, Jimmy Rollins won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 2007, the Phillies won the Eastern Division Title on the last day of the season as the Mets lost a seven-game lead with 17 games remaining.
The Phillies began a streak of five consecutive divisional titles between 2007 and 2011.
At their 2008 festival, the Phillies raised over US$750,000 for ALS research through the "Phillies Phestival".
In 2008, Charlie Manuel managed the Philadelphia Phillies to a World Series victory against the Tampa Bay Rays.
In 2008, Chase Utley and Brad Lidge represented the Philadelphia Phillies at the Major League Baseball All-Star Game, with Utley receiving the most votes of all National League players. The Phillies traded for pitcher Joe Blanton on July 17.
In 2008, Pat Gillick retired as the general manager of the Phillies after a successful season, and Rubén Amaro Jr., one of his assistants, was appointed as his successor.
In 2008, a slightly different blue cap (with a red bill) was introduced as part of the alternate home uniform for day games, a throwback to the late 1940s.
In 2008, the Philadelphia Phillies were named by some media as favorites to repeat as division champions, but their April start was not as strong as hoped for. Still, they managed their first winning opening month since 2003.
In 2008, the Phillies introduced a cream-colored alternate uniform for home day games, a tribute to their 125th anniversary. The uniforms are similar to those worn from 1946 through 1949, featuring red lettering bordered with blue piping and lacking pinstripes.
In 2008, the Phillies won the World Series, leading to them wearing 2008 World Champions patches on the right sleeve of their home uniforms to celebrate their World Series victory the season prior.
In 2008, the teams battled for playoff position.
In 2015, it was clear that the remnants of the 2008 World Series team would soon be departing.
The Philadelphia Phillies won their second World Series championship in 2008, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays.
On April 13, 2009, Harry Kalas, a long-time Phillies broadcaster, died. He was a 2002 recipient of the Ford Frick Award.
From Opening Day through July 26, 2009, the Phillies wore 2008 World Champions patches on the right sleeve of their home uniforms to celebrate their World Series victory the season prior.
On September 30, 2009, the Phillies secured their third consecutive National League East Division title, a feat they hadn't achieved since the 1976–78 seasons.
On December 16, 2009, the Phillies acquired starting pitcher Roy Halladay from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for three minor-league prospects, and traded Cliff Lee to the Seattle Mariners for three prospects.
In 2009, marks the last time the Phillies went to the World Series, it went to Philadelphia for the first time since.
In 2009, the Phillies made it to the World Series after defeating the Colorado Rockies in the NLDS and the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLCS, marking the first time the Phillies won back-to-back pennants. However, they were defeated by the New York Yankees in the 2009 World Series, losing four games to two. In recognition of their achievements, Baseball America named the Phillies its Organization of the Year.
On May 29, 2010, Roy Halladay pitched a perfect game against the Florida Marlins.
In June 2010, due to security concerns related to the G-20 Summit, the Phillies' scheduled series against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre was moved to Philadelphia. The Blue Jays wore their home uniforms and batted last, with the designated hitter being used, marking the first time a designated hitter was used in a National League ballpark during a regular-season game; Ryan Howard was the first player to fill that role.
On August 19, 2010, the Philadelphia Phillies surpassed 100 consecutive sellouts.
In 2010, Roy Halladay won the Cy Young Award with the Philadelphia Phillies.
In 2010, during Game 1 of the National League Division Series, Roy Halladay pitched a no-hitter against the Cincinnati Reds, leading the Phillies to a 4-0 victory. This marked only the second no-hitter in Major League Baseball postseason history, following Don Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World Series. Halladay's achievement also made him the fifth pitcher to throw two no-hitters in the same season and the first to have one occur in the postseason. The Phillies proceeded to sweep the Reds in three games.
In 2010, the Phillies lost to the San Francisco Giants in six games in the National League Championship Series. The Giants would go on to win the World Series. Roy Halladay was named the 2010 NL Cy Young Award winner.
In 2010, the Phillies overcame significant injuries to key players and won their fourth consecutive NL East Division championship. They finished with an MLB-best record of 97–65, including a dominant 20–5 record in September.
On April 3, 2011, the Philadelphia Phillies broke the three-game series attendance record at Citizens Bank Park, with 136,254 fans attending the opening weekend against the Houston Astros.
On September 17, 2011, the Phillies secured their fifth consecutive East Division championship.
2011 was the last winning season for the Phillies before 2021.
From 2007 to 2011, the Phillies maintained a winning record and secured the NL East title for five consecutive years.
From 2007 to 2011, the Phillies won five consecutive division titles.
In 2011, the Philadelphia Phillies unveiled a statue of Harry Kalas at Citizens Bank Park, funded by Phillies' fans and designed by a Phillies' fan.
In 2011, the Phillies led the league in attendance with 3,680,718 fans.
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.
In 2011, was the last year the phillies reached the playoffs before a drought.
The Phillies concluded a streak of five consecutive divisional titles in 2011, having started in 2007.
In 2012, after a rocky season marked by a significant slump in June, the Phillies traded key players like Shane Victorino, Joe Blanton, and Hunter Pence before the trade deadline. Although they rallied in the second half of the season, a loss to the Washington Nationals on September 28 ultimately cost them a postseason berth, ending their streak since 2006.
In 2012, the Phillies led the league in attendance with 3,565,718 fans.
On August 16, 2013, after managing the team since 2005, Charlie Manuel was fired as manager of the Phillies, with the team holding a 53–68 record. Third-base coach Ryne Sandberg was promoted to interim manager.
In 2013, Charlie Manuel's tenure as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies ended, marking the conclusion of his run as the longest-tenured manager in franchise history.
In 2014, when the Athletics faced the Phillies in inter-league play at Oakland Coliseum, the Athletics did not acknowledge the historical connection between the two teams and instead had a Connie Mack promotion the day before the series while the Texas Rangers were in Oakland.
In the 2014 season, Cole Hamels and relievers combined for a no-hitter on September 1 against the Atlanta Braves. In the MLB Draft the Phillies selected Aaron Nola. Despite that, the team finished last in the NL East for the first time since 2000.
In August 2015, a Philadelphia Phillies' UK Facebook group was started.
In 2015, the Phillies experienced a season of significant change. Attendance declined, indicating the end of an era for the 2008 World Series team. Pete Mackanin was appointed as interim manager following Ryne Sandberg's resignation. Cole Hamels pitched a no-hitter against the Chicago Cubs on July 25, but was then traded to the Texas Rangers. Additionally, Chase Utley was traded to the Dodgers. Rubén Amaro Jr. was fired as general manager in September, with Andy MacPhail stepping in as interim. The team finished last in the NL East. Matt Klentak was later hired as the new general manager.
In 2016, the Philadelphia Phillies' broadcasts were discontinued on WPHT 1210 AM.
In 2016, the Phillies added a red alternate uniform, similar to their spring training uniforms, for mid-week afternoon games.
In 2016, the Phillies finished fourth in the NL East with a 71–91 record. The 2016 season was the last for both Ryan Howard and Carlos Ruiz in a Phillies' uniform.
In May 2017, a UK Phillies' Twitter account was created.
On September 29, 2017, Pete Mackanin was fired as manager of the Phillies.
On October 30, 2017, the Phillies announced Gabe Kapler as their new manager.
In November 2017, WIP-FM (94.1 FM), the Phillies' flagship radio station, which was formerly owned by CBS Radio, became owned by Philadelphia-area company Audacy.
2017 was the last year that the Phillies' Wall of Fame was located in Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park.
Following the 2017 season, the Phillies revived their powder blue throwbacks as an alternate uniform for select Thursday home games, unofficially retiring the red alternate uniform.
In 2017, there was no inductee for the Philadelphia Phillies' Wall of Fame due to the controversial allegations against Pete Rose, who was originally planned to be inducted.
In March 2018, a Phillies' France account was launched in French.
At the end of the 2018 season, the Phillies intended to target valuable free agents. Owner John Middleton said they were willing to "spend stupid money".
In 2018, the Phillies finished with an 80–82 record and third in the NL East division after a late-season collapse.
In 2018, the Phillies' Wall of Fame exhibit was relocated to a new plaza between the left-field scoreboard and the left-field entrance of Citizens Bank Park.
On July 27, 2019, the Phillies wore the burgundy "Saturday Night Specials" uniforms again for the 40th anniversary of the original game, losing to the Atlanta Braves 15–7.
On October 10, 2019, Phillies owner John Middleton fired Manager Gabe Kapler.
On October 24, 2019, the Philadelphia Phillies announced Joe Girardi as their 55th manager, signing a three-year deal with an option for the 2023 season.
In 2019, Bryce Harper signed a 13-year, $330 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, escalating the tension in the rivalry with the Washington Nationals.
On October 3, 2020, Matt Klentak was relieved of his duties as General Manager for the Phillies.
On December 11, 2020, the Phillies hired Dave Dombrowski as their President of Baseball Operations.
On December 22, 2020, Dave Dombrowski hired Sam Fuld as the General Manager for the Phillies.
In 2020, Citizens Bank Park featured "cut-out" cardboard figures of fans due to the coronavirus pandemic, which were part of the "Cut Out Overdoses" anti-drug campaign sponsored by Mothers Against Prescription Drug Abuse (MAPDA).
In 2021, Bryce Harper won the Most Valuable Player Award with the Philadelphia Phillies, marking his first MVP award with the team.
In 2021, the Phillies concluded the season with an 82–80 record, marking their first winning season since 2011, although they did not make the playoffs. Bryce Harper won the NL Most Valuable Player Award and a Silver Slugger Award. Aaron Nola tied an MLB record by striking out 10 Mets in a row on June 25, and Zack Wheeler finished second in NL Cy Young voting.
In 2021, the red alternate uniforms were brought back for select road games and became the team's preferred uniform during "getaway day" road games.
In 2022, the Phillies fired manager Joe Girardi on June 3 and replaced him with Rob Thomson. They finished the season 87-75 and reached the playoffs for the first time since 2011.
In 2022, the Phillies inducted two Phillies into the Wall of Fame.
In 2022, the Phillies won the National League Wild Card Series against the St. Louis Cardinals and defeated the Atlanta Braves in the National League Division Series. They then won the National League Championship Series against the San Diego Padres and advanced to the 2022 World Series. On October 10, Rob Thomson was named the team's manager.
Until 2022, the Phillies were the only team that also displayed the player's number on one sleeve, except on the alternate jersey, in addition to the usual placement on the back of the jersey.
After the 2023 season, the Phillies retired the red alternates in anticipation of a new City Connect uniform.
In 2023, the Phillies inducted three Phillies into the Wall of Fame.
In 2023, the Phillies upgraded their left field display screen at Citizens Bank Park by installing a 4K HDR screen that is 77% larger than the previous one, measuring at 86 feet high and 152 feet wide.
Since 2023, the sleeves on the Phillies' primary uniforms were left blank in anticipation of a future uniform advertisement.
As of 2024, WIP-FM (94.1 FM), owned by Audacy, is the Phillies' flagship radio station, and NBCUniversal handles local television and streaming broadcasts through NBC Sports Philadelphia/Peacock and WCAU (NBC Channel 10).
As of 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.
In 2024 National League Division Series, the Mets won the series 3-1, while Nick Castellanos had a walk off base hit to win game two for the Phillies at home.
In 2024, the Phillies unveiled Independence Blue Cross (IBX) as the team's first uniform advertiser.
In 2024, the Phillies unveiled a new City Connect uniform. The primarily light blue/midnight blue gradient uniform with yellow trim was heavily inspired by the flag of Philadelphia's colors. The Phillies wore their City Connect uniforms for 12 Friday night home games.
Prior to 2024, the Phillies were one of two MLB teams to use chain stitching in their chest emblems, along with the St. Louis Cardinals. However, in 2024, when Nike changed the league's uniforms to the Vapor Premier uniform, the Phillies' wordmark crest was changed to a tackle twill patch style.
Facebook is a social media and networking service created in...
Pete Rose nicknamed Charlie Hustle was a prominent MLB player...
Bryce Harper is a professional baseball player currently playing for...
Los Angeles L A is the most populous city in...
France officially the French Republic is primarily in Western Europe...
News encompasses information about current events disseminated through various media...
2 hours ago Mel Brooks hails Tarantino's 'Inglourious Basterds' as one of the century's best films.
2 hours ago RBA Holds Rates Unexpectedly: Awaiting Inflation Data Impact on Mortgages in Australia.
2 hours ago Jokes at Work Fading? Infertility Joke Causes Baby Shower Drama and Conflict.
3 hours ago Air Canada: Aeroplan Benefits for US Flyers Amidst Holiday Travel Disruptions
3 hours ago Michelle Salas' Chilaquiles Recipe Sparks Debate: Healthy or Not? Critics React.
3 hours ago Dave Franco and Alison Brie's 'Together' Releases Creepy Photo Album and Trailer
Jupiter is the fifth and largest planet from the Sun...
Candace Owens is an American conservative and far-right political commentator...
KPop Demon Hunters is a animated musical fantasy action comedy...
Chuck Schumer is a prominent American politician currently serving as...
A blue moon is defined in several ways most commonly...
Cristiano Ronaldo often called CR is a Portuguese professional footballer...