History of Philadelphia Phillies in Timeline
The Philadelphia Phillies are a professional baseball team based in Philadelphia, competing in MLB as part of the National League East Division. Their home stadium since 2004 has been Citizens Bank Park, located in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
1901: Birth of American League
In 1901, the birth of the American League led to many Phillies players defecting, including some to their crosstown rivals, the Athletics.
1901: No City Series Held
No City Series was held in 1901 due to legal warring between the National and American Leagues.
1902: Dismal Finish
In 1902, the Phillies finished 46 games out of first place, marking the first of three straight years finishing either seventh or eighth.
1902: No City Series Held
No City Series was held in 1902 due to legal warring between the National and American Leagues.
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.
1903: Beginning of the City Series
In 1903, the City Series began, a series of baseball games played between the Philadelphia Athletics and the Phillies.
1904: First 100-Loss Season
In 1904, the Phillies finished with a record of 52–100, marking the first time in franchise history that the team lost 100 games.
1915: First National League Pennant
In 1915, the Phillies won their first National League pennant.
1915: First Pennant Win
In 1915, the Phillies won their first pennant, led by Grover Cleveland Alexander's pitching and Gavvy Cravath's batting, finishing with a 90–62 record and advancing to the World Series where they lost to the Boston Red Sox.
1916: Missed Pennant, Alexander's Triple Crown
In 1916, the Phillies missed capturing a second consecutive pennant, finishing two and a half games out of first place, though Alexander won his second consecutive triple crown.
1917: Alexander Traded to Cubs
In 1917, Grover Alexander was traded to the Chicago Cubs after owner William Baker refused to increase his salary, contributing to the team finishing second place that season.
1918: Start of Futility
In 1918, the Phillies began a 31-year stretch of futility, marked by frequent losses and a lack of success.
1918: Start of Long Period of Futility
In 1918, the Phillies finished sixth, marking the start of a long period of futility that lasted until 1948.
1923: Stadium Renamed Baker Bowl
In 1923, the Philadelphia Base Ball Grounds was renamed Baker Bowl.
1925: Sheep Trim the Grass
Until 1925, the Phillies used a flock of sheep to trim the grass at Baker Bowl.
1926: Right Field Grandstand Collapses
In 1926, the entire right field grandstand collapsed at the Baker Bowl, forcing the Phillies to move to Shibe Park for 1927.
1927: Temporary Move to Shibe Park
In 1927, the Phillies temporarily moved to Shibe Park due to the collapse of the grandstand at Baker Bowl.
1930: Baker's Death and Estate
In 1930, Baker died, leaving half his estate to his wife and half to Mae Mallen, leading to Gerald Nugent becoming team president.
1930: Record for Runs Surrendered
In 1930, the Phillies surrendered 1199 runs, setting a major-league record that still stands today.
1932: Chuck Klein wins MVP
In 1932, Chuck Klein won the Most Valuable Player award.
1932: Nugent in Control
In 1932, Nugent took complete control of the team after Baker's widow died, struggling financially to build a winning team.
1932: Only Winning Season
In 1932, the Phillies had their only winning record during the long stretch of futility from 1918 to 1948.
1933: Chuck Klein's Triple Crown
In 1933, Chuck Klein won the Triple Crown.
July 10, 1936: Chuck Klein hits four home runs in one game
On July 10, 1936, Chuck Klein hit four home runs in one game at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh.
1938: Phillies Buy Shibe Park
In 1938, the Phillies bought Shibe Park, where both teams had played since 1938, as part of the deal selling the Athletics to the Johnson brothers.
1938: Permanent Move to Shibe Park
In 1938, the Phillies permanently moved to Shibe Park after the city threatened to condemn the dilapidated Baker Bowl.
1939: By Saam Broadcaster
In 1939, By Saam began his time as Phillies Broadcaster.
1941: Franchise Record for Losses
In 1941, the Phillies finished with a 43–111 record, setting a franchise record for losses in a season.
March 15, 1943: Cox Buys the Team
On March 15, 1943, William D. Cox purchased the team, leading to increased fan attendance.
November 23, 1943: Cox Banned, Carpenter Buys Team
On November 23, 1943, Cox was banned from baseball for betting on the Phillies, and Bob Carpenter Sr. bought the team the same day.
1943: Team Up for Sale
In 1943, Nugent put the Phillies up for sale due to financial difficulties.
1944: Blue Jays Nickname Contest
In 1944, the Phillies held a fan contest and chose "Blue Jays" as an additional nickname, although the Phillies later claimed it was never official.
1946: Three Minor League Clubs Named Blue Jays
Before the start of the 1946 season, the Philadelphia team added three minor league clubs and named them all Blue Jays.
1948: End of Futility
In 1948, the Phillies' 31-year stretch of futility came to an end, although the team's reputation for failure lingered.
1948: End of Long Period of Futility
The Phillies' long period of futility, which began in 1918, ended in 1948.
1949: Third-Place Finish
In 1949, the Phillies finished in third place with an 81–73 record, marking their first appearance in the first division in 31 years.
1949: Blue Jays Moniker Dropped
Though the team in the 2000s claimed that it was quietly dropped by 1949, news reports at the time indicate that the Blue Jays nickname was not officially dropped until January 1950.
January 1950: Blue Jays Moniker Officially Dropped
In January 1950, the Phillies officially dropped the "Blue Jays" moniker, which "never caught on anyway".
1950: Jim Konstanty wins MVP
In 1950, Jim Konstanty won the Most Valuable Player award.
1950: "Whiz Kids" Pennant
In 1950, the "Whiz Kids" Phillies clinched their first pennant in 35 years with a dramatic home run by Dick Sisler, though they were swept by the New York Yankees in the World Series.
1950: Athletics Last Place Finish
In 1950, the Philadelphia Athletics finished last and longtime manager Connie Mack retired.
1951: Phillies Finish 73-81
In 1951, the Phillies finished with a 73-81 record and finished nine and a half games out of first place
1952: Phillies Finish 87-67
In 1952, the Phillies finished with an 87-67 record and finished nine and a half games out of first place
1953: Shibe Park Renamed
In 1953, Shibe Park was renamed Connie Mack Stadium, in honor of longtime Philadelphia Athletics manager Connie Mack.
1953: Phillies Third Place Finish
In 1953, the Phillies managed to end up in third place with an 83-71 record
1955: End of the City Series
After the A's move to Kansas City, Missouri in 1955, the City Series rivalry came to an end.
1955: Athletics Move to Kansas City
In 1955, the Philadelphia Athletics moved to Kansas City after being sold to the Johnson brothers.
1956: World Series No-Hitter
In 1956, Don Larsen pitched a perfect game in the World Series.
1957: Jack Sanford wins Rookie of the Year
In 1957, Jack Sanford won Rookie of the Year honors.
1958: Start of Last Place Finishes
Starting in 1958, the Phillies finished in last place in the National League for multiple years.
1960: Sawyer Quits, Mauch Replaces
In 1960, manager Eddie Sawyer abruptly quit after the season opener and was replaced by Gene Mauch.
1961: Phillies 23-game losing streak
In 1961, the Philadelphia Phillies set a major league record by losing 23 consecutive games, marking the worst losing streak since 1900.
1961: End of Last Place Finishes
In 1961, the Phillies finished in last place in the National League.
1962: Bill Campbell Broadcaster
In 1962, Bill Campbell began his time as Phillies Broadcaster.
1962: Phillies finish above .500
In 1962, the Phillies finished with a winning record for the first time in five years, and Gene Mauch was named National League Manager of the Year.
1963: Richie Ashburn Broadcaster
In 1963, Richie Ashburn began his time as Phillies Broadcaster.
1963: Phillies improve to 87-75
In 1963, the Philadelphia Phillies improved their record to 87-75, fueling confidence that they would soon contend for a World Series return.
1964: Dick Allen named Rookie of the Year
Dick Allen named Rookie of the Year in 1964.
1964: Carpenter sells Connie Mack Stadium
In 1964, Bob Carpenter sold Connie Mack Stadium to Jerry Wolman, absorbing a $1 million loss after owning it for 10 years due to its deterioration and inadequate parking.
1964: Phillies Collapse
In 1964, despite a strong lead, the Phillies lost 10 straight games, losing the pennant to the St. Louis Cardinals in what became known as the "Phold of '64".
1964: Jim Bunning pitches perfect game
On Father's Day in 1964, Jim Bunning pitched a perfect game against the New York Mets, marking the first perfect game in Philadelphia Phillies history.
1966: Phillies finish fourth in NL
During the 1966 season, the Philadelphia Phillies finished no higher than fourth place in the National League standings.
1967: Attendance drops, new stadium planned
By 1967, attendance at Connie Mack Stadium began to decline, prompting the Phillies to start planning for a new stadium.
1969: National League Split
In 1969, after the National League split into two divisions, the Phillies and the Pirates had remained together.
1969: Phillies finish fifth in NL East
In the 1969 season, the Philadelphia Phillies finished fifth in the newly created National League East Division with a record of 63-99.
1969: Start of Divisional Era
Since the Divisional Era started in 1969, the Phillies have become one of MLB's most successful teams.
1970: Bill Campbell Ends Broadcaster Role
In 1970, Bill Campbell ended his time as Phillies Broadcaster.
1970: Adoption of New Colors, Uniforms, and Logo
In 1970, the Phillies adopted new colors, uniforms, and a logo featuring a dark burgundy color scheme and a distinctive "P" logo.
1970: Last game at Connie Mack Stadium
In 1970, the Phillies played their last game at Connie Mack Stadium, beating the Expos 2-1 to avoid last place, after which fans removed items from the ballpark.
1970: End of Shibe Park Era
In 1970, the Phillies' tenure at Shibe Park (Connie Mack Stadium) came to an end.
1971: Harry Kalas Broadcaster
In 1971, Harry Kalas began his time as Phillies Broadcaster.
1971: Rick Wise no-hitter and home runs
In 1971, Phillies pitcher Rick Wise threw a no-hitter and hit two home runs in the same game against the Cincinnati Reds, while Harry Kalas joined the broadcasting team.
1971: Move to Veterans Stadium
In 1971, the Phillies moved to Veterans Stadium.
1972: Dan Baker Starts as PA Announcer
Dan Baker started as the Phillies' public-address (PA) announcer in the 1972 season.
1972: Steve Carlton wins Cy Young Award
In 1972, Steve Carlton won his first Cy Young Award.
1972: Pale Blue Away Game Uniforms Introduced
In 1972, the Phillies introduced pale blue as the base color for away game uniforms.
1975: By Saam Ends Broadcaster Role
In 1975, By Saam ended his time as Phillies Broadcaster.
April 17, 1976: Mike Schmidt hits four home runs in one game
On April 17, 1976, Mike Schmidt hit four home runs in one game at Wrigley Field in Chicago.
1976: Phillies win division title
In 1976, the Phillies won the division title, but fell short in the NLCS against the Reds.
1977: Dodgers Pitcher's Poor Performance
In 1977, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Burt Hooton's poor performance during game three of the NLCS has been attributed to the crowd's taunting.
1977: Steve Carlton wins Cy Young Award
In 1977, Steve Carlton won his second Cy Young Award.
1977: Adoption of Batting Practice Jersey
In 1977, the Phillies adopted a maroon v-necked batting practice jersey with the "Phillies" script, player name and number, and a player number on the left sleeve.
1977: Phillies win division title
In 1977, the Phillies won the division title for the second year in a row, but fell short in the NLCS against the Dodgers.
1977: Toronto Blue Jays Start Play
In 1977, the Toronto Blue Jays began play in MLB, using the nickname previously associated with the Phillies.
1978: Phillies Wall of Fame Started
In 1978, the Phillies Wall of Fame was started as the Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame.
1978: Phillie Phanatic Introduced
In 1978, the Phillies introduced a new mascot, the Phillie Phanatic.
1978: Phillies win division title
In 1978, the Phillies won the division title for the third year in a row, but fell short in the NLCS against the Dodgers.
May 19, 1979: "Saturday Night Specials" Debut and Retirement
On May 19, 1979, the Phillies debuted and retired the all-burgundy "Saturday Night Specials" uniforms in a 10–5 loss to the Montreal Expos, due to negative reactions.
1979: Phillies acquire Pete Rose
In 1979, the Philadelphia Phillies acquired Pete Rose, a move seen as the spark to put them over the top.
1980: World Series Win
In 1980, Dallas Green managed the Phillies to a World Series victory against the Kansas City Royals.
1980: Mike Schmidt wins MVP
In 1980, Mike Schmidt won the Most Valuable Player award, marking the first of his three MVP titles.
1980: Tug McGraw's Victory Parade
In 1980, Tug McGraw, during the victory parade after the World Series, told New York fans they could "take this championship and shove it."
1980: Phillies win NL Pennant
In 1980, the Philadelphia Phillies won the National League East and defeated the Houston Astros in a memorable NLCS, earning their first NL pennant in 30 years.
1980: Phillies win first World Series
In 1980, the Philadelphia Phillies won their first World Series championship in six games against the Kansas City Royals, with Mike Schmidt named World Series MVP and Steve Carlton winning his third Cy Young Award.
1981: Mike Schmidt wins back-to-back MVPs
In 1981, Mike Schmidt won his second consecutive Most Valuable Player award.
1981: Phillies sold to William Yale Giles
In 1981, Ruly Carpenter sold the Philadelphia Phillies for $32.5 million to a group headed by William Yale Giles.
1981: Expos Victory over Phillies in NLDS
In 1981, the Montreal Expos managed a 3–2 victory over the Phillies during the NLDS.
1981: Phillies lose NLDS to Expos
In 1981, the Philadelphia Phillies returned to the playoffs but were defeated by the Montreal Expos in the National League Division Series, while Mike Schmidt won his second consecutive NL MVP award.
1982: Steve Carlton wins Cy Young Award
In 1982, Steve Carlton won his fourth Cy Young Award.
1982: Carlton wins fourth Cy Young Award
In 1982, Steve Carlton won his fourth career NL Cy Young Award with 23 wins.
1983: John Denny wins Cy Young Award
In 1983, John Denny won the Cy Young Award.
1983: Centennial Team Selected
In 1983, rather than 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.
1983: Phillies win NL Pennant, lose World Series
In 1983, the Philadelphia Phillies captured their fourth NL pennant, but lost to the Baltimore Orioles in the World Series, and John Denny was named the NL Cy Young Award winner.
1983: World Series Appearance
In 1983, the Phillies made another World Series appearance while wearing the burgundy uniform.
1984: Phillies finish fourth in NL East
In 1984, the Philadelphia Phillies finished fourth in the National League East with a record of 81-81, while Mike Schmidt led the league in home runs and runs batted in.
1984: Phillies Phestival Started
Since 1984, the Phillies have supported research related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) with the "Phillies Phestival".
1985: Phillies finish below .500
The 1985 season marked the first time the Philadelphia Phillies finished below .500 since 1974.
1986: Phillies finish second in division
Despite releasing Steve Carlton, the Philadelphia Phillies finished second in the division with a record of 86-75 in 1986, with Mike Schmidt winning multiple awards.
1986: Mike Schmidt wins MVP
In 1986, Mike Schmidt won his third Most Valuable Player award.
1987: Steve Bedrosian wins Cy Young Award
In 1987, Phillies closer Steve Bedrosian was named the NL Cy Young Award winner.
1988: Schmidt misses season due to injury
In 1988, Mike Schmidt missed most of the season due to injuries.
1989: Mike Schmidt retires
In 1989, Mike Schmidt retired from baseball after playing in only 42 games.
1990: Mulholland throws no-hitter, loses perfect game
In 1990, Terry Mulholland lost a perfect game in the seventh inning due to an error but was still credited with a no-hitter.
1991: Phillies' Managers Records
The record and accomplishments of the Phillies' managers are shown starting in 1991.
1992: New uniforms and last place finish
Before the 1992 season, the Philadelphia Phillies changed their uniforms and logo and finished last in the National League East.
1992: New Team Colors, Uniform, and Logo
In 1992, the Phillies introduced their current team colors, uniform, and logo, featuring red, white, and blue.
1993: Scott Rolen drafted
In 1993, the Philadelphia Phillies drafted third baseman Scott Rolen.
1993: Phillies win NL Pennant, lose World Series
In 1993, the Phillies won the National League Championship Series but were defeated by the Toronto Blue Jays in the World Series.
1993: "Macho Row" Phillies
In 1993, the Phillies, led by stars like Darren Daulton and John Kruk, were dubbed "Macho Row" for their look, which endeared them to fans.
1993: Blue Jays Defeat Phillies in World Series
In 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Phillies in six games in the World Series.
1993: End of Two-Division Play
The Phillies and Pirates had remained together after the National League split into two divisions in 1969 until 1993.
1994: Introduction of All-Blue Caps
In 1994, the Phillies introduced all-blue caps for home day games, which were unpopular with the players and led to a compromise where they were worn for weekday games.
1994: Pirates Move to National League Central
In 1994, the Pirates moved to the National League Central, diminishing the rivalry between the Phillies and the Pirates.
1994: MLB strike impacts Phillies
The 1994 MLB strike and the arrival of the Atlanta Braves negatively impacted attendance and on-field success for the Philadelphia Phillies.
1996: Drafting of Core Players
Between 1996 and 2002, the Phillies drafted players like Jimmy Rollins and Chase Utley who would become the core of the team.
1996: Scott Rolen reaches majors
In 1996, Scott Rolen reached the major leagues.
1997: Phillies Draft Pick
In 1997, J. D. Drew was the Phillies' first overall draft pick in the amateur draft.
1997: Richie Ashburn Ends Broadcaster Role
In 1997, Richie Ashburn ended his time as Phillies Broadcaster.
1997: Rolen named NL Rookie of the Year
In 1997, Scott Rolen was named National League Rookie of the Year.
1997: Introduction of Interleague Play
Since Interleague play's introduction in 1997, the Phillies and A's have faced each other, but the rivalry has effectively died.
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.
2001: Larry Bowa hired as manager
In 2001, Larry Bowa was hired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, leading them to their first winning season since 1993 and being named National League Manager of the Year.
December 6, 2002: Jim Thome signs with Phillies
On December 6, 2002, Jim Thome signed a six-year, $85 million contract with the Philadelphia Phillies.
2002: Drafting of Core Players
Between 1996 and 2002, the Phillies drafted players like Jimmy Rollins and Chase Utley who would become the core of the team.
2002: Harry Kalas Receives Ford Frick Award
In 2002, Harry Kalas received the Ford Frick Award.
2002: Rolen traded to Cardinals
In 2002, Scott Rolen was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals after requesting a trade.
September 28, 2003: Larry Christenson Wears Burgundy Uniform
During closing ceremonies at Veterans Stadium on September 28, 2003, Larry Christenson wore the old burgundy uniform.
2003: End of Veterans Stadium Era
In 2003, the Phillies' tenure at Veterans Stadium came to an end.
2003: Phillies favorites to repeat as division champions
In 2008, the Phillies were named by some media outlets as favorites to repeat as division champions and had their first winning April since 2003.
2004: Charlie Manuel takes over as manager
After the 2004 season, Charlie Manuel replaced Larry Bowa as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies.
2004: Move to Citizens Bank Park
In 2004, the Phillies moved to Citizens Bank Park.
2004: Wall of Fame at Ashburn Alley
In 2004, the Wall of Fame was located in Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park from its opening.
2004: Phillies Wall of Fame Inductees
Since 2004, the Phillies have inducted one former Phillie into the Wall of Fame annually, with the exception of 2022 and 2023.
November 2005: Pat Gillick replaces Ed Wade
In November 2005, Pat Gillick replaced Ed Wade as general manager of the Philadelphia Phillies, reshaping the club.
2005: Charlie Manuel Becomes Manager
In 2005, Charlie Manuel began his tenure as manager of the Phillies, managing 1,416 games until 2013, becoming the longest-tenured manager in franchise history.
2005: Ryan Howard wins Rookie of the Year
In 2005, Ryan Howard won Rookie of the Year honors, becoming the second MLB player to win Rookie of the Year and Most Valuable Player in consecutive years.
2005: Expos Relocation
In 2005, the Montreal Expos relocated to Washington DC, increasing the geographic tension in the rivalry with the Phillies.
2006: Ryan Howard wins MVP
In 2006, Ryan Howard won the Most Valuable Player award.
November 29, 2007: Cream-Colored Uniforms Announced
On November 29, 2007, the Phillies announced their new alternate, cream-colored uniforms for home day games, modeled by Jimmy Rollins, Cole Hamels, and Robin Roberts.
2007: Jimmy Rollins wins MVP
In 2007, Jimmy Rollins won the Most Valuable Player award.
2007: Rollins wins MVP, Phillies lose 10,000th game, win division
In 2007, Jimmy Rollins won the NL MVP award, the Philadelphia Phillies lost their 10,000th game, and they won the National League East division title.
2007: Start of Consecutive Division Titles
Starting in 2007, the Phillies won five consecutive division titles.
2007: Phillies Win Eastern Division Title
The Phillies' 2007 Eastern Division Title was won on the last day of the season as the Mets lost a seven-game lead with 17 games remaining.
2008: World Series Win
In 2008, Charlie Manuel managed the Phillies to a World Series victory against the Tampa Bay Rays.
2008: Utley and Lidge All-Stars, Blanton acquired
In 2008, Chase Utley and Brad Lidge represented the Phillies at the All-Star Game, and Joe Blanton was acquired in a trade to bolster the starting rotation on July 17.
2008: Phillies win World Series
In 2008, the Phillies clinched the National League East, defeated the Brewers and Dodgers in the playoffs, and won the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays, with Cole Hamels named MVP.
2008: Introduction of Cream-Colored Uniform
In 2008, the Phillies introduced an alternate, cream-colored uniform for home day games as a tribute to their 125th anniversary.
2008: Phillies favorites to repeat as division champions
In 2008, the Phillies were named by some media outlets as favorites to repeat as division champions and had their first winning April since 2003.
2008: Second World Series Championship
In 2008, the Phillies won their second World Series championship, defeating the Tampa Bay Rays.
2008: ALS Research at Phillies Phestival
The team raised over US$750,000 for ALS research at their 2008 Phillies Phestival.
April 13, 2009: Harry Kalas's Death
Harry Kalas, a Phillies broadcaster and 2002 Ford Frick Award recipient, passed away on April 13, 2009.
July 26, 2009: End of World Champions Patch
On July 26, 2009, the Phillies stopped wearing the 2008 World Champions patches on their home uniforms.
September 30, 2009: Phillies Clinch Third Consecutive NL East Title
On September 30, 2009, the Philadelphia Phillies clinched their third consecutive National League East Division title, marking the first time since the 1976–78 seasons that they had achieved this feat.
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 in exchange for three minor-league prospects. Simultaneously, they traded Cliff Lee to the Seattle Mariners, also receiving three prospects in return.
August 19, 2010: Sellout Streak
On August 19, 2010, the Phillies surpassed 100 consecutive sellouts.
2010: Roy Halladay wins Cy Young Award
In 2010, Roy Halladay won the Cy Young Award.
April 3, 2011: Three-Game Series Attendance Record
On April 3, 2011, the Phillies broke the three-game series attendance record at the ballpark, having 136,254 fans attend the opening weekend against the Houston Astros.
2011: League Attendance Leader
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.
2011: Statue of Harry Kalas Unveiled
In 2011, the Phillies unveiled a statue of Harry Kalas at Citizens Bank Park, funded by Phillies' fans.
2011: End of Consecutive Division Titles
The Phillies' streak of five consecutive division titles ended in 2011.
2012: League Attendance Leader
In 2012, the Phillies led the league in attendance with 3,565,718 fans.
2013: Charlie Manuel's Last Season
2013 marked the last season of Charlie Manuel's tenure as manager of the Phillies, having managed 1,416 games since 2005.
2014: Athletics Ignore Historical Connection
In 2014, when the A's faced the Phillies in inter-league play at Oakland Coliseum, the Athletics did not bother to mark the historical connection.
August 2015: Phillies' UK Facebook Group Started
In August 2015, a Philadelphia Phillies' UK Facebook group was started.
2016: Addition of Red Alternate Uniform
In 2016, the Phillies added a red alternate uniform for mid-week afternoon games.
2016: Discontinuation on AM Station WPHT 1210
In 2016, the Phillies' broadcasts were discontinued on the former AM flagship station WPHT 1210.
May 2017: UK Phillies' Twitter Account Created
In May 2017, a UK Phillies' Twitter account was created.
September 29, 2017: Pete Mackanin Fired as Manager
On September 29, 2017, Pete Mackanin was fired as manager of the Phillies.
October 30, 2017: Gabe Kapler Announced as New Manager
On October 30, 2017, the Phillies announced Gabe Kapler as their new manager, succeeding Pete Mackanin.
November 2017: WIP-FM Ownership Change
In November 2017, WIP-FM (94.1 FM), the Phillies' flagship radio station, was acquired by Philadelphia-area company Audacy.
2017: Retirement of Red Alternate Uniform (Unofficial)
Following the 2017 season, the red alternate uniform was unofficially retired, and the Phillies revived their powder blue throwbacks.
2017: End of Wall of Fame at Ashburn Alley
In 2017, the Wall of Fame was at its last year being located in Ashburn Alley at Citizens Bank Park.
2017: No Wall of Fame Inductee
There was no Phillies' Wall of Fame inductee for the 2017 season due to controversial allegations regarding the planned inductee, Pete Rose.
March 2018: Phillies' France Account Launched
In March 2018, a Phillies' France account launched in French.
2018: Wall of Fame relocated
In 2018, the Wall of Fame was moved to a new plaza between the left-field scoreboard and the left-field entrance of the stadium.
July 27, 2019: Phillies Wear Burgundy Uniform for Anniversary
On July 27, 2019, the Phillies wore the burgundy uniform again for the 40th anniversary of the original game, losing to the Atlanta Braves 15–7.
October 10, 2019: Gabe Kapler Fired as Manager
On October 10, 2019, the Phillies fired manager Gabe Kapler after an 81-81 season.
October 24, 2019: Joe Girardi Announced as New Manager
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.
2019: Harper Signs with Phillies
In 2019, Bryce Harper signed a 13-year $330 million contract with the Phillies, further fueling tensions with the Nationals.
October 3, 2020: Matt Klentak Relieved as General Manager
On October 3, 2020, Matt Klentak was relieved from his position as General Manager after the team failed to secure a winning season in the COVID-shortened 2020 season.
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, signaling a significant change in the team's leadership structure.
December 22, 2020: Sam Fuld Hired as General Manager
On December 22, 2020, Dave Dombrowski hired Sam Fuld as the General Manager, filling the vacancy left by Matt Klentak.
2020: "Cut Out Overdoses" Anti-Drug Campaign
In 2020, Citizens Bank Park featured "cut-out" cardboard figures of fans filling the stands, part of the "Cut Out Overdoses" anti-drug campaign, highlighting the drug overdose problem.
2021: Bryce Harper wins MVP
In 2021, Bryce Harper won the Most Valuable Player award.
2021: Return of Red Alternate Uniforms
In 2021, the Phillies brought back the red alternate uniforms for select road games, becoming the team's preferred uniform during "getaway day" road games.
2022: Phillies Wall of Fame Inductees
In 2022, the Phillies inducted two players to the Wall of Fame.
2022: Change in Sleeve Number Display
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.
2023: Retirement of Red Alternates
After the 2023 season, the Phillies retired the red alternates in anticipation of a new City Connect uniform.
2023: Phillies Wall of Fame Inductees
In 2023, the Phillies inducted three players to the Wall of Fame.
2023: Left Field Display Screen Upgrade
In 2023, the Phillies upgraded their left field display screen by installing a 4K HDR screen that is 77% larger than the previous one.
2023: Blank Sleeves on Uniforms
Since 2023, the sleeves on the Phillies' primary uniforms were left blank in anticipation of a future uniform advertisement.
October 9, 2024: Statistics Update
Statistics are current through October 9, 2024.
2024: Phillies' Flagship Radio Station
As of 2024, the Phillies' flagship radio station is WIP-FM (94.1 FM).
2024: Phillies Regular Season Record
As of the end of the 2024 season, the Phillies' regular season record stood at 10,207–11,326–115 (.474).
2024: Unveiling of Independence Blue Cross (IBX) as uniform advertiser
In 2024, the Phillies unveiled Independence Blue Cross (IBX) as the team's first uniform advertiser.
2024: Unveiling of City Connect Uniform
In 2024, the Phillies unveiled their new City Connect uniform, inspired by Philadelphia's flag colors, and wore them for 12 Friday night home games.
2024: Uniform Changes
In 2024, the Phillies' wordmark crest was changed to a tackle twill patch style due to Nike's Vapor Premier uniform change.
February 17, 2025: Roster, Coaches, and NRIs Updated
Roster, coaches, and NRIs updated February 17, 2025.
