2024 Chachi Leftovers

2024 Chachi Almost #2

2024 Chachi Almost #3

2024 Chachi Almost #4

2024 Chachi Friendly Encounters #3

With pitchers and catchers having reported to Clearwater and only a matter of weeks to go before spring training games start, I wanted to clear out my draft folder and post a few lingering 2024 Chachi cards.  Before Christmas, I began posting cards from the 2024 Chachi set on a daily basis, wrapping up with card #64, Seth Johnson, on February 6th.  I start the process of creating Chachi cards this time each year, and as was the case with the players featured here, they did not actually suit up with the Phillies in 2024 and therefore weren't part of the official 2024 Chachi set.

Darick Hall (1b) - Hall played in 59 games with the Phillies between 2022 and 2023, and spent all of last season with the Triple-A IronPigs.  In December, he signed as a minor league free agent with the Pirates.

Rodolfo Castro (inf) - Castro lost the 2024 season to injuries, and he's back in camp with the Phillies in 2025 as a non-roster invitee.

Dylan Covey (rhp) - Covey and his beard made 28 appearances for the Phillies in 2023, making one start.  He too was hit by the injury bug in 2024, pitching in 18 games with three of the Phillies' minor league teams.  He was signed by the Mets on Halloween, placed on waivers on February 6th, and signed by the Braves on February 11th.

And finally, we met Jose Alvarado at an autograph signing at the Deptford Mall back in July.  Kody Clemens was also there and I briefly wrote about this poorly organized event here.

And with those three cards out of the way, and cleared from my draft folder, it's time to turn the page to the 2025 Chachi set!

Happy Birthday Doug!

This young man has an incredibly bright future ahead of him, with limitless possibilities.  We're so proud of him every single day and can't wait to see what comes next.  Here's to a wonderful 2025, new adventures, continued success, abundant laughs, new memories, health and happiness.

Phillies at Mets - October 8th to October 9th

2024 Chachi Series Preview #12

2024 Chachi Series Preview #13

Tuesday and Wednesday 5:08
Citi Field - Flushing, NY

At the Ballpark:  With the series tied 1-1, the Phillies travel to Flushing with the hope of wrapping it up and advancing to the NLCS by Game 4.

Philadelphia Phillies 1-1
National League East Champions

Phillies Probables
Aaron Nola (0-0, 0.00)
Ranger Suarez (0-0, 0.00)

Phillies Postseason Leaders
Average:  Nick Castellanos - .444
Runs:  Three tied with - 2
Home Runs:  Three tied with - 1
RBIs:  Three tied with - 2
Stolen Bases:  Trea Turner - 2

Wins:  Jeff Hoffman - 1
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 0.00
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 9
Saves:  N/A

New York Mets 1-1
Defeated Brewers in NLWCS, 2-1

Mets Probables
Sean Manaea (0-0, 3.60)
Jose Quintana (0-0, 0.00)

Mets Postseason Leaders
Average:  Mark Vientos - .400
Runs:  Francisco Lindor and Mark Vientos - 5
Home Runs:  Pete Alonso and Mark Vientos - 2
RBIs:  Mark Vientos - 7
Stolen Bases:  Four tied with - 1

Wins:  Three tied with - 1
ERA:  Jose Quintana - 0.00

Strikeouts:  Luis Severino - 10
Saves:  David Peterson - 1

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Mets at Phillies: October 5th to October 6th

2024 Chachi Series Preview #10

2024 Chachi Series Preview #11

Saturday and Sunday 4:08
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

At the Ballpark:  After a dramatic win over the Brewers on Thursday night, the Mets travelled to Philadelphia to take on the division-winning Phillies.  Larry Andersen and Kevin Stocker will throw out the ceremonial first pitches before Game 1.  Hopes are high.

New York Mets 89-73
Defeated Brewers in NLWCS, 2-1

Mets Probables
Kodai Senga (1-0, 3.38)
Luis Severino (11-7, 3.91)

Mets Leaders
Average:  Francisco Lindor - .273
Runs:  Francisco Lindor - 107
Home Runs:  Pete Alonso - 34
RBIs:  Francisco Lindor - 91
Stolen Bases:  Francisco Lindor - 29

Wins:  Sean Manaea - 12
ERA:  Sean Manaea - 3.47

Strikeouts:  Sean Manaea - 184
Saves:  Edwin Diaz - 20

Philadelphia Phillies 95-67
National League East Champions

Phillies Probables
Zack Wheeler (16-7, 2.57)
Cristopher Sanchez (11-9, 3.32)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Trea Turner - .295
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 110
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 38
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 104
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 32

Wins:  Zack Wheeler - 16
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.57
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 224
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

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Phillies at Mets - September 19th to September 22nd

1984 Topps Traded #105T

2024 Chachi Series Preview #9

Thursday 7:15, Friday 7:10, Saturday 4:10 and Sunday 7:15
Citi Field - Flushing, NY

At the Ballpark:  On Saturday, all fans will receive a Mets fan appreciation beanie.

Philadelphia Phillies 91-61
1st Place in the N.L. East, 7 games ahead of the Mets

Phillies Probables
Taijuan Walker (3-6, 6.29)
Cristopher Sanchez (10-9, 3.24)
Ranger Suarez (12-7, 3.13)
Zack Wheeler (16-6, 2.56)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Trea Turner - .299
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 102
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 35
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 97
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 29

Wins:  Zack Wheeler - 16
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.56
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 205
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

New York Mets 84-68
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 7 games behind the Phillies

Mets Probables
Luis Severino (10-6, 3.77)
David Peterson (9-2, 2.85)
Sean Manaea (11-5, 3.26)
Tylor Megill (4-5, 4.08)

Mets Leaders
Average:  Francisco Lindor - .271
Runs:  Francisco Lindor - 103
Home Runs:  Pete Alonso - 33
RBIs:  Pete Alonso - 86
Stolen Bases:  Francisco Lindor - 27

Wins:  Sean Manaea - 11
ERA:  Sean Manaea - 3.26

Strikeouts:  Sean Manaea - 177
Saves:  Edwin Diaz - 18

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Phillies at Brewers - September 16th to September 18th

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #6

1984 Topps Traded #97T

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 7:40
American Family Field - Milwaukee, WI

At the Ballpark:  There are a bunch of theme nights and concession/merchandise deals for this series, but no fan-wide giveaways.

Philadelphia Phillies 90-59
1st Place in the N.L. East, 8 1/2 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Ranger Suarez (12-6, 3.05)
Zack Wheeler (15-6, 2.60)
Aaron Nola (12-8, 3.62)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Trea Turner - .294
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 101
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 35
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 95
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 29

Wins:  Zack Wheeler - 15
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.60
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 199
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

Milwaukee Brewers 86-62
1st Place in the N.L. Central, 10 1/2 games ahead of the Cubs

Brewers Probables
Aaron Civale (4-2, 3.84)
Colin Rea (12-5, 4.21)
Freddy Peralta (11-8, 3.75)

Brewers Leaders
Average:  William Contreras - .280
Runs:  William Contreras - 94
Home Runs:  Willy Adames - 32
RBIs:  Willy Adames - 109
Stolen Bases:  Brice Turang - 43

Wins:  Colin Rea - 12
ERA:  Freddy Peralta - 3.75
Strikeouts:  Freddy Peralta - 184
Saves:  Trevor Megill - 20

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Game 144 - Clemens Walks It Off!

Phillies 2, Rays 1
Game 144 - Monday Night, September 9th in Philadelphia
Record - 86-58, 1st Place, 7 games ahead of the Mets

One Sentence Summary:  After the Rays tied the game in the top of the ninth, Kody Clemens came through in the bottom of the ninth with a walk-off single to right to give the Phillies a 2-1 win.

What It Means:  The Phillies are riding some great vibes right now, and hopefully it continues for the next month and a half.

What Happened:  Cristopher Sanchez and the Rays' bullpen were locked in a pitchers' duel, with the first run of the game coming in the sixth when Kyle Schwarber hit his 34th home run of the season.  Orion Kerkering and Jeff Hoffman kept the Rays from scoring in the seventh and eighth, but Carlos Estevez allowed a lead-off home run to pinch-hitter Brandon Lowe in the bottom of the ninth.  Center fielder Johan Rojas almost made a spectacular catch of the ball, but it bounced out of his glove and over the fence.

In the bottom of the ninth, Bryce Harper was on first with two outs when Bryson Stott singled him over to second.  Pinch-hitter (and Millville's own) Buddy Kennedy drew a huge six-pitch walk to load the bases, and Clemens came through with his game-winning hit.

Featured Card:  Our youngest son Ben had met Clemens back in July at a poorly organized autograph signing at the Deptford Mall that also featured John Kruk and Jose Alvarado.  All autograph seekers were made to wait in one multi-hours long line whether they had tickets for Clemens, Alvarado or Kruk.  Still it was nice to briefly meet Clemens and he was kind enough to pose for a quick picture.

Field Report:  Doug and I were at this game, enjoying the company of several distinguished guests of ALS United Mid-Atlantic in the executive dining room prior to the game.  The annual sponsor's night has been pared down quite a bit, as the Phillies used to have us down on the field prior to the game for a pre-game ceremony.  I have a feeling the change is largely due to the Phillies actually fielding a competitive team in recent years as compared to the pre-pandemic lean years.

Transaction:  Tyler Gilbert (lhp) was recalled from Lehigh Valley, taking the place of Seth Johnson (rhp) who was optioned back down.

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Rays at Phillies - September 9th to September 11th

2024 Chachi Series Preview #8

1984 Topps #252

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 6:40
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

At the Ballpark:  There are a bunch of theme nights scheduled for this series for holders of special theme night tickets.  The newest offering appears to be Pickleball Night, which is tonight, and offers fans the chance for an exclusive Phillies Phanatic branded paddle and paddle cover.

Tampa Bay Rays 71-72
4th Place in the A.L. East, 11 games behind the Yankees

Rays Probables
Cole Sulser (0-0, 0.00)
Taj Bradley (6-10, 4.40)
Shane Baz (2-3, 3.27)

Rays Leaders
Average:  Yandy Diaz - .279
Runs:  Jose Caballero - 52
Home Runs:  Jose Siri - 17
RBIs:  Yandy Diaz - 64
Stolen Bases:  Jose Caballero - 39

Wins:  Ryan Peipot - 8
ERA:  N/A
Strikeouts:  Taj Bradley - 131
Saves:  Pete Fairbanks - 23

Philadelphia Phillies 85-58
1st Place in the N.L. East, 7 games ahead of the Braves and Mets

Phillies Probables
Cristopher Sanchez (10-9, 3.45)
Ranger Suarez (12-6, 2.90)
Zack Wheeler (14-6, 2.59)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Trea Turner - .296
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 97
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 33
RBIs:  Kyle Schwarber - 93
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 29

Wins:  Zack Wheeler - 14
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.59
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 190
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

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Phillies at Marlins - September 5th to September 8th

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #3

2024 Chachi Series Preview #7

Thursday 6:40, Friday 7:10, Saturday 4:10 and Sunday 1:40
loanDepot park - Miami, FL

At the Ballpark:  On Friday night, there's a free postgame show with DJ Swiftie performing.  On Sunday, the first 8,000 fans will receive a Los Marlins jersey.

Philadelphia Phillies 83-56
1st Place in the N.L. East, 7 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Ranger Suarez (11-6, 3.02)
Zack Wheeler (13-6, 2.63)
Aaron Nola (12-6, 3.29)
TBD

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Trea Turner - .299
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 93
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 32
RBIs:  Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber - 89
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 29

Wins:  Zack Wheeler - 13
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.63
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 183
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

Miami Marlins 52-87
5th Place in the N.L. East, 31 games behind the Phillies

Marlins Probables
Adam Oller (1-1, 3.31)
Edward Cabrera (3-6, 5.33)
Darren McCaughan (0-0, 7.90)
Max Meyer (3-5, 5.68)

Marlins Leaders
Average:  Jake Burger - .247
Runs:  Jake Burger - 58
Home Runs:  Jake Burger - 25
RBIs:  Jake Burger - 60
Stolen Bases:  Xavier Edwards - 22

Wins:  Tanner Scott - 6
ERA:  N/A

Strikeouts:  Edward Cabrera - 84
Saves:  Tanner Scott - 18

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Phillies at Blue Jays - September 3rd to September 4th

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #4

2024 Chachi Series Preview #6

Tuesday 7:07 and Wednesday 3:07
Rogers Centre - Toronto, Ontario

At the Ballpark:  On Tuesday, the Blue Jays are hosting a "Loonie Dogs Night" which is their version of the popular dollar dog promotion.

Philadelphia Phillies 81-56
5th Place in the N.L. East, 7 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Tyler Phillips (4-1, 5.50)
Cristopher Sanchez (9-9, 3.49)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Trea Turner - .299
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 88
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 28
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 89
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 29

Wins:  Zack Wheeler - 13
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.63
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 183
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

Toronto Blue Jays 67-72
5th Place in the A.L. East, 13 games behind the Yankees

Blue Jays Probables
Chris Bassitt (9-13, 4.27)
Bowden Francis (8-3, 3.66)

Blue Jays Leaders
Average:  Vladimir Guerrero - .324
Runs:  Vladimir Guerrero - 82
Home Runs:  Vladimir Guerrero - 27
RBIs:  Vladimir Guerrero - 89
Stolen Bases:  George Springer - 14

Wins:  Jose Berrios - 14
ERA:  Jose Berrios - 3.59

Strikeouts:  Chris Bassitt - 149
Saves:  Chad Green - 16

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Phillies at Braves - August 20th to August 22nd

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #5

1984 Topps #466

Tuesday and Wednesday 7:20, Thursday 7:15
Truist Park - Atlanta, GA

At the Ballpark:  On Tuesday, the first 15,000 fans will receive a Chick-fil-A cow bobblehead, with the cow wearing a Braves jersey.  On Wednesday, the first 15,000 fans will receive an Ozzie Albies and Pucci (his dog?) bobblehead.

Philadelphia Phillies 73-51
1st Place in the N.L. East, 7 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Zack Wheeler (12-5, 2.72)
Aaron Nola (11-6, 3.45)
Cristopher Sanchez (9-8, 3.46)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Alec Bohm - .296
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 84
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 28
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 85
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 25

Wins:  Zack Wheeler - 12
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.72
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 162
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

Atlanta Braves 66-58
2nd Place in the N.L. East, 7 games behind the Phillies

Braves Probables
Reynaldo Lopez (7-4, 2.06)
Max Fried (7-7, 3.62)
Spencer Schwellenbach (4-6, 4.04)

Braves Leaders
Average:  Marcell Ozuna - .309
Runs:  Marcell Ozuna - 79
Home Runs:  Marcell Ozuna - 36
RBIs:  Marcell Ozuna - 93
Stolen Bases:  Ronald Acuna - 16

Wins:  Chris Sale - 14
ERA:  Chris Sale - 2.62

Strikeouts:  Chris Sale - 187
Saves:  Raisel Iglesias - 26

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Nationals at Phillies - August 15th to August 18th

1984 Topps #620

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #11

Thursday and Friday 6:40, Saturday 6:05, Sunday 1:35
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

At the Ballpark:  It's Alumni Weekend this weekend, one of the best weekends of the year to attend Phillies games.  Tonight, all adults will receive a Phillies floppy hat.  On Friday night, there will be a pre-game celebration honoring Carlos Ruiz and John Oates will sing the national anthem.  Before Saturday's game, former Phillies executive David Montgomery will be posthumously inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame.  And Sunday is Phillies Alumni Day, with dozens of former players, coaches and managers honored before the game.

Washington Nationals 55-66
4th Place in the N.L. East, 15 1/2 games behind the Phillies

Nationals Probables
Mitchell Parker (6-6, 3.83)
Patrick Corbin (2-12, 5.98)
MacKenzie Gore (7-10, 4.50)
Jake Irvin (9-10, 3.72)

Nationals Leaders
Average:  Luis Garcia - .291
Runs:  CJ Abrams - 71
Home Runs:  CJ Abrams - 17
RBIs:  CJ Abrams and Luis Garcia - 59
Stolen Bases:  Lane Thomas - 28

Wins:  Jake Irvin - 9
ERA:  Jake Irvin - 3.72
Strikeouts:  MacKenzie Gore - 130
Saves:  Kyle Finnegan - 30

Philadelphia Phillies 70-50
1st Place in the N.L. East, 6 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Zack Wheeler (11-5, 2.78)
Aaron Nola (11-6, 3.60)
Cristopher Sanchez (8-8, 3.63)
Taijuan Walker (3-4, 5.68)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Alec Bohm - .297
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 82
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 28
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 81
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 24

Wins:  Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler - 11
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.78
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 156
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

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Marlins at Phillies - August 13th to August 14th

2024 Chaci Series Preview #5

2012 Topps Archives #188

Tuesday and Wednesday 6:40
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

At the Ballpark:  It's Harry Potter theme night tonight and the Italian Heritage Celebration is tomorrow night.  The first 4,000 fans to purchase a Harry Potter theme night ticket will receive an exclusive Phillies Harry Potter House scarf.

Miami Marlins 44-75
5th Place in the N.L. East, 25 1/2 games behind the Phillies

Marlins Probables
Valente Bellozzo (1-1, 3.05)
TBD

Marlins Leaders
Average:  Jake Burger - .251
Runs:  Jake Burger - 48
Home Runs:  Jake Burger - 22
RBIs:  Jake Burger - 53
Stolen Bases:  Xavier Edwards - 16

Wins:  Tanner Scott - 6
ERA:  N/A

Strikeouts:  Edward Cabrera - 68
Saves:  Tanner Scott - 18

Philadelphia Phillies 69-49
1st Place in the N.L. East, 7 1/2 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Taijuan Walker (3-3, 5.60)
Tyler Phillips (4-1, 4.83)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Alec Bohm - .297
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 81
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 27
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 80
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 23

Wins:  Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler - 11
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.78
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 156
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

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Phillies at Diamondbacks - August 8th to August 11th

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #1

2024 Chachi Series Previews #4

Thursday and Friday 9:40, Saturday 8:10 and Sunday 4:10
Chase Field - Phoenix, AZ

At the Ballpark:  On Saturday night, the Diamondbacks are giving the first 30,000 fans a National League Championship replica ring.  Ouch.

Philadelphia Phillies 68-46
1st Place in the N.L. East, 7 1/2 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Kolby Allard (0-0, 4.50)
Zack Wheeler (11-5, 2.77)
Aaron Nola (11-5, 3.54)
Cristopher Sanchez (8-7, 3.27)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Alec Bohm - .297
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 79
Home Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 27
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 78
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 23

Wins:  Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler - 11
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.77
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 148
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

Arizona Diamondbacks 63-52
Tied for 2nd Place in the N.L. West, 3 games behind the Dodgers

Diamondbacks Probables
Jordan Montgomery (7-5, 6.37)
Ryne Nelson (8-6, 4.65)
Zac Gallen (9-5, 3.75)
TBD

Diamondbacks Leaders
Average:  Ketel Marte - .298
Runs:  Ketel Marte - 79
Home Runs:  Ketel Marte - 29
RBIs:  Ketel Marte - 80
Stolen Bases:  Corbin Carroll - 21

Wins:  Zac Gallen - 9
ERA:  Brandon Pfaadt - 3.92
Strikeouts:  Brandon Pfaadt - 124
Saves:  Paul Sewald - 16

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Phillies at Mariners - August 2nd to August 4th

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #2

1984 Topps Traded #15T

Friday and Saturday 9:40, Sunday 4:10
T-Mobile Park - Seattle, WA

At the Ballpark:  There's a postgame (or maybe pregame?) Mariners drone show tonight.  On Sunday, the first 15,000 fans will receive a Mariners bucket hat and kids can run the bases following the game.

Philadelphia Phillies 65-43
1st Place in the N.L. East, 6 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Taylor Phillips (3-0, 1.80)
Kolby Allard (0-0, 6.75)
Zack Wheeler (10-5, 2.94)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Alec Bohm - .295
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 71
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 24
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 73
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 23

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 11
ERA:  Ranger Suarez - 2.87
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 139
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

Seattle Mariners
Tied for 1st Place in the A.L. West, 4 1/2 games ahead of the Rangers

Mariners Probables
Bryan Woo (4-1, 2.35)
Bryce Miller (8-7, 3.46)
Logan Gilbert (6-7, 3.11)

Mariners Leaders
Average:  Julio Rodriguez - .263
Runs:  Cal Raleigh - 48
Home Runs:  Cal Raleigh - 23
RBIs:  Cal Raleigh - 67
Stolen Bases:  Dylan Moore - 20

Wins:  Luis Castillo - 9
ERA:  George Kirby - 3.04

Strikeouts:  Logan Gilbert - 136
Saves:  Andres Munoz - 18

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Yankees at Phillies - July 29th to July 31st

1984 Topps #281

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #12

Monday and Tuesday 6:40, Wednesday 12:35
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

At the Ballpark:  Kids will be invited to run the bases following Wednesday afternoon's game.

New York Yankees 61-45
2nd Place in the A.L. East, 1 1/2 games behind the Orioles

Yankees Probables
Luis Gil (10-5, 3.10)
Gerrit Cole (3-2, 5.40)
Nestor Cortes (4-9, 4.13)

Yankees Leaders
Average:  Aaron Judge - .314
Runs:  Juan Soto - 86
Home Runs:  Aaron Judge - 37
RBIs:  Aaron Judge - 95
Stolen Bases:  Anthony Volpe - 18

Wins:  Luis Gil and Carlos Rodon - 10
ERA:  Luis Gil - 3.10
Strikeouts:  Luis Gil - 124
Saves:  Clay Holmes - 21

Philadelphia Phillies 65-40
1st Place in the N.L. East, 8 1/2 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Zack Wheeler (10-4, 2.55)
Aaron Nola (11-4, 3.44)
Cristopher Sanchez (7-6, 3.05)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Alec Bohm - .295
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 69
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 24
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 71
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 23

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 11
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.55
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 133
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

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Phillies at Pirates - July 19th to July 21st

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #8

1984 Topps #433

Friday and Saturday 6:40, Sunday 1:35
PNC Park - Pittsburgh, PA

At the Ballpark:  Tonight kicks off Yinzerpalooza Weekend at the ballpark to "celebrate all the great things we love about Pittsburgh."  On Saturday, the first 20,000 fans will receive a Wiz Khalifa bobble head, and on Sunday, all kids will receive a Kids Pierogi plush.

Philadelphia Phillies 62-34
1st Place in the N.L. East, 8 1/2 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Aaron Nola (11-4, 3.38)
Cristopher Sanchez (7-4, 2.96)
Taylor Phillips (1-0, 4.50)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Bryce Harper - .301
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 65
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 21
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 70
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 22

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 11
ERA:  Zack Wheeler - 2.70
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 126
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 13

Pittsburgh Pirates 48-48
3rd Place in the N.L. Central, 6 1/2 games behind the Brewers

Pirates Probables
Martin Perez (1-5, 5.15)
Luis Ortiz (4-2, 2.84)
Marco Gonzales (1-0, 2.45)

Pirates Leaders
Average:  Bryan Reynolds - .284
Runs:  Andrew McCutchen - 47
Home Runs:  Bryan Reynolds - 18
RBIs:  Bryan Reynolds - 61
Stolen Bases:  Ke'Bryan Hayes - 8

Wins:  Mitch Keller - 10
ERA:  Mitch Keller - 3.46
Strikeouts:  Mitch Keller - 105
Saves:  David Bednar - 17

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Game 96 - Phils Pounded by A's; Select Nori in Draft

2024 Chachi Draft Pick #1

Athletics 18, Phillies 3
Game 96 - Sunday Afternoon, July 14th in Philadelphia
Record - 62-34, 1st Place, 8 1/2 games ahead of the Braves

One Sentence Summary:  The Phillies were destroyed by the Athletics as the team prepared to send a record eight All-Stars to the All-Star Game in Arlington.

What It Means:  I don't think it means a whole lot.  The Phillies looked ready for the break and the Athletics looked as if they were auditioning for future trades to contending teams.

What Happened:  Orion Kerkering served as the opener and tossed a perfect first inning.  It was mostly downhill from there.  Michael Mercado and Seranthony Dominguez combined to allow 10 runs on eight hits while walking four in 5 1/3 innings.  They allowed five home runs between the two of them.  Jose Ruiz gave up two more home runs and three runs overall.  Garrett Stubbs was called into duty for the final three outs and allowed five more runs, including a ninth inning grand slam to Zack Gelof.  The Athletics hit eight home runs, including a pair from future Phillie (?) Brent Rooker, two more from Seth Brown and three from Lawrence Butler.  The Phillies offense had four hits, including two doubles from Alec Bohm and a first inning solo home run from Trea Turner.

Featured Card:  On Sunday night, the Phillies selected outfielder Dante Nori from Northville High School in Michigan, as the MLB Draft's 27th pick overall.  As I've done every year since 2014, here's a card for the latest top pick by the Phillies.

Memory Lane
2014 Draft - Aaron Nola (rhp)
2015 Draft - Cornelius Randolph (ss)
2016 Draft - Mickey Moniak (of)
2017 Draft - Adam Haseley (of)
2018 Draft - Alec Bohm (3b)
2019 Draft - Bryson Stott (ss)
2020 Draft - Mick Abel (rhp)

2021 Draft - Andrew Painter (rhp)

2022 Draft - Justin Crawford (of)

2023 Draft - Aidan Miller (ss)

2024 Draft - Dante Nori (of)

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Marlins at Phillies - June 27th to June 30th

2024 Chachi Series Preview #3

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Thursday and Friday 6:20, Saturday 4:05 and Sunday 1:35
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

At the Ballpark:  Tonight and tomorrow night are Fireworks nights, and the Phillies put on one of the most impressive fireworks displays in the area.  On Sunday, all kids will receive a Bryce Harper cooling headband.

Miami Marlins 28-52
5th Place in the N.L. East, 25 games behind the Phillies

Marlins Probables
Trevor Rogers (1-8, 4.90)
Kyle Tyler (0-0, 4.50)
Roddery Munoz (1-3, 5.80)
Yonny Chirinos (0-0, 2.70)

Marlins Leaders
Average:  Jazz Chisolm - .264
Runs:  Jazz Chisolm and Bryan De La Cruz - 35
Home Runs:  Bryan De La Cruz - 14
RBIs:  Jazz Chisolm - 37
Stolen Bases:  Jazz Chisolm - 14

Wins:  Tanner Scott - 6
ERA:  N/A

Strikeouts:  Ryan Weathers - 67
Saves:  Tanner Scott - 10

Philadelphia Phillies 53-27
1st Place in the N.L. East, 8 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Zack Wheeler (9-4, 2.73)
Cristopher Sanchez (5-3, 2.67)
Aaron Nola (9-3, 3.39)
Ranger Suarez (10-2, 2.01)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Bryce Harper - .305
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 60
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 20
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 64
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 20

Wins:  Ranger Suarez - 10
ERA:  Ranger Suarez - 2.01
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 107
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 12

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Phillies at Orioles - June 14th to June 16th

2024 Chachi 1984 Topps Missing Links #14

1984 Topps #773

Friday 7:05, Saturday 4:05, Sunday 1:35
Oriole Park at Camden Yards - Baltimore, MD

At the Ballpark:  This series is sold out, and quite a few Phillies fans are expected to be in attendance.  On Sunday, the first 15,000 fans will receive an Orioles hat and kids can run the bases following the game.

Philadelphia Phillies 46-22
1st Place in the N.L. East, 9 games ahead of the Braves

Phillies Probables
Ranger Suarez (10-1, 1.81)
Taijuan Walker (3-1, 5.40)
Zack Wheeler (8-3, 2.16)

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Alec Bohm - .286
Runs:  Kyle Schwarber - 48
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 15
RBIs:  Alec Bohm - 52
Stolen Bases:  Bryson Stott - 18

Wins:  Ranger Suarez - 10
ERA:  Ranger Suarez - 1.81
Strikeouts:  Zack Wheeler - 95
Saves:  Jose Alvarado - 12

Baltimore Orioles 45-23
2nd Place in the A.L. East, 2 1/5 games behind the Yankees

Orioles Probables
Kyle Bradish (2-0, 2.62)
Grayson Rodriguez (7-2, 3.27)
Corbin Burnes (7-2, 2.08)

Orioles Leaders
Average:  Adley Rutschman - .294
Runs:  Gunnar Henderson - 55
Home Runs:  Gunnar Henderson - 21
RBIs:  Adley Rutschman - 50
Stolen Bases:  Cedric Mullins - 13

Wins:  Corbin Burnes and Grayson Rodriguez - 7
ERA:  Corbin Burnes - 2.08

Strikeouts:  Corbin Burnes - 82
Saves:  Craig Kimbrel - 16

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