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 Mike Lieberthal was drafted in the first round by the Phillies in 1990, and went on to have a 13-season career with the team (1994–2006).
Hall of Fame second baseman Nap Lajoie batted .345 in his five seasons with Philadelphia.
Dave LaPoint lost his only decision with the Phillies.
Jimmy Lavender played for the Phillies during the 1917 season.
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.
Bobby Abreu accumulated a .303 batting average in nine seasons playing right field in Philadelphia.
Pitcher Antonio Alfonseca's 5–2 win–loss record is the best among pitchers whose surnames begin with A.
Bob G. Allen played five seasons for the Phillies, also serving as manager for part of the 1890 season.