The Fightin' Phillies

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From the franchise's establishment in 1883 to the modern era, longtime Phillies executive Larry Shenk chronicles the team's journey, highlighting key games, legendary players, and unforgettable seasons. Explore the stories behind every no-hitter, the most dramatic home runs, and the unbreakable records that define the Phillies' legacy.

The Fightin' Phillies is a must-read for every fan, offering a nostalgic look back at the team's triumphs and tribulations. Discover the personalities that shaped the Phillies, from Grover Cleveland Alexander and Robin Roberts to Mike Schmidt and Chase Utley, and celebrate the unique culture of Philadelphia baseball. This is the ultimate tribute to 100 years of Phillies pride, passion, and perseverance.

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The Fightin’ Phillies:

100 Years of Philadelphia Baseball from the Whiz Kids to the Misfits

By Larry Shenk / Foreword by Larry Andersen

Contact: Bill Ames, Triumph Books, 312.676.4256, b.ames@triumphbooks.com

No team in professional American sports has played in the same city under the same name longer than the Philadelphia Phillies. In the time spent building towards this historic record, the team recorded an astonishing history of its own. In over a century of baseball Phillies fans have seen their share of highs, lows and everything in between.

In The Fightin’ Phillies: 100 Years of Philadelphia Baseball from the Whiz Kids to the Misfits (Triumph Books, April 2016), longtime team executive Larry Shenk examines the most memorable moments, players, personalities and accomplishments in the storied history of the franchise. From the equipment woes of 1883 to Ryan Howard’s 58 home run season in 2006, Shenk’s work defines what it means to be a Phillie. Other highlights include:

• Former player Larry Andersen’s heartfelt and hilarious foreword
• A swing-by-swing look back at Hall of Fame third basemen Mike Schmidt’s biggest home runs
• The complete list of Wall of Fame inductees with biographical and career highlights
• Every notable nickname in team history, including Pickles and Whiskey Face
• Shining a light on the unseen employees who make the franchise run smoothly, from bullpen catchers to video analysts

The Fightin’ Phillies: 100 Years of Philadelphia Baseball from the Whiz Kids to the Misfits provides a thorough look at the history and achievements of one of America’s most storied franchises. Both lifelong diehards and the new generation of fans alike will find value in its pages. No Phillies fan’s library is complete without it.

About the Author:

Larry "Baron" Shenk has been a fixture in the Phillies front office, starting with the team during the 1964 season. After 40-plus years as the head of the Phillies public relations department, Baron has assumed a new position with the Phillies as Vice President, Alumni Relations. He has authored hundreds of Phillies publications and is author of If These Walls Could Talk: Philadelphia Phillies. A graduate of Millersville State College (1961), Baron was a general reporter with the Lebanon Daily News (1961–63) and the Wilmington News-Journal (1963) before joining the Phillies.

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