Eric Bruntlett is the 15th player in baseball's modern era to pull of an unassisted triple play. Bruntlett's hat tricked came in the bottom of the ninth inning against the Mets at Shea Stadium, on August 23, 2009. This was only the second time when a game ended on a triple play. The first time it happened was in 1927 when the Tigers Johnny Neun ended a game against the Indians … [Read more...] about Triple Play, Unassisted by Phillies Eric Bruntlett – August 23, 2009
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Dick Allen and Frank Thomas Fight July 3, 1965
One swing of the bat cost Frank Thomas his job with the Phillies. That's because in batting practice on July 3, 1965, Thomas swung his bat and connected with Dick Allen's shoulder. (He was still known as Richie Allen then.) The next day when the Phillies released him, Thomas learned that if you're going to swing your bat at a teammate, it's better to pick one who was not … [Read more...] about Dick Allen and Frank Thomas Fight July 3, 1965
Chico Ruiz Steals Home to Start Phillies Skid – September 21, 1964
If you're from Philly and you're over 60, then you probably know that Chico Ruiz stole home and started the Phillies epic 10-game losing streak in 1964. And if you're from Philly and you have not yet celebrated your 60th birthday yet, you've still probably heard about this; because your Mom and Dad, and your Grandma and Grandpa, and all your aunts and uncles still talk about … [Read more...] about Chico Ruiz Steals Home to Start Phillies Skid – September 21, 1964
Vince Dimaggio 4th Slam of Season – September 1, 1945
Vince Dimaggio, was the older brother of that "other Dimaggio. He was no Hall-of-Famer, but Vince Dimaggio managed to hang around the Majors for 10 seasons, and in all but two of them he hit 12 or more home runs. Playing for the Phillies, he hit his fourth grand slam of the season on September 1, 1945. … [Read more...] about Vince Dimaggio 4th Slam of Season – September 1, 1945