Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies, commonly referred to as the Phillies, are an American professional baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They compete in Major League Baseball (MLB) as a member of the National League East division. Founded in 1883, they are one of the oldest continuous franchises in Major League Baseball. They play home games at Citizens Bank Park in South Philadelphia, since 2004. The team previously played at the Baker Bowl (1887–1938) and Veterans Stadium (1971–2003).

The Phillies have won two World Series titles, in 1980 and 2008, and have won seven National League pennants. They have had notable players including Hall of Famers Mike Schmidt, Steve Carlton, Richie Ashburn, and Robin Roberts. The 2008 team featured stars such as Chase Utley, Ryan Howard, Jayson Werth, Cole Hamels, and Jimmy Rollins. The franchise is known for a strong pitching history and for developing homegrown talent.

The franchise is owned by a group led by John S. Middleton. Rob Thomson has served as manager since 2020. The Phillies' primary rivals are within the NL East, notably the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves, and regular-season matchups contribute to a long-standing division rivalry.