The Philadelphia Phillies are a Major League Baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They are a member of the Eastern Division of Major League Baseball's National League. The team has played officially under two names since beginning play in 1883: the current moniker, as well as the "Quakers", which was used in conjunction with "Phillies" during the team's early history. The team was also known unofficially as the "Blue Jays" during the World War II era. Since the franchise's inception, 2,081 players have made an appearance in a competitive game for the team, whether as an offensive player or a defensive player.
Adam Eaton pitched two seasons for the Phillies, striking out 154 batters.
Third baseman Kid Elberfeld batted in seven runs in his only season with Philadelphia.
Jumbo Elliott was the Phillies' starting pitcher on Opening Day in 1934.
The Philadelphia Phillies are a Major League Baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They are a member of the Eastern Division of Major League Baseball's National League. The team has played officially under two names since beginning play in 1883: the current moniker, as well as the "Quakers", which was used in conjunction with "Phillies" during the team's early history. The team was also known unofficially as the "Blue Jays" during the World War II era. Since the franchise's inception, 2,081 players have made an appearance in a competitive game for the team, whether as an offensive player or a defensive player.
Catcher Paul Bako hit three home runs in his only season with Philadelphia.
Dick Bartell had a four-year career as the Phillies' shortstop.
Chief Bender is a member of the Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame elected for his tenure with the crosstown Athletics.