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The proud history of the team has seen players such as Richie Ashburn, Jim Bunning, Steve Carlton, and Mike Schmidt inducted into baseballâs Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. Hundreds of lesser players impacted fans during their careers, as well. For every All-Star there are dozens of players like Tom Qualters, Terry Harmon, Nippy Jones, Tommy Hutton, and, of course, Ralph Joseph "Putsy" Caballero.
While a talented player like Von Hayes was never popular with the fans because of his seemingly effortless style of play, there is a litany of lovable lugs who won over the hearts of the Phillies faithful with their head-first dives, awkward swings, and dirty uniforms. Former Phils have gone on to become politicians, plumbers, construction workers, and doctors. This unique book looks at the human side of the former players after their baseball careers ended. It traces what happened not only to the stars, but also to the lesser blue-collar players who entertained fans in the City of Brotherly Love.
Whether they were stars or waiver-wire acquisitions, Phillies: Where Have You Gone? helps fans remember those players who are gone but never forgotten. Readers can learn about these playersâ accomplishments on the field and their lives after baseball in this entertaining look at those who graced the not-alwaysfriendly confines of Connie Mack Stadium and Veterans Stadium. If Philadelphia fans once booed Santa Claus, it was only because he didn't give 100- percent.
About: Philadelphia Phillies fans are not casual about their favorite team or its players.
About: Philadelphia Phillies fans are not casual about their favorite team or its players.
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