2008 Philadelphia Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies had a great 2007 season, shocking the world by beating the New York Mets by only one game and taking home the National League East Division title. This title win, their first in over a decade, has given the Phillies new hope, and for the first time in years they are starting out the season looking to win, rather than just hoping to avoid embarrassment. To that end, the Phillies have really switched up their roster in the off-season, but many claim it’s the change in attitude more than anything that will take them to the World Series in 2008. With all this excitement, tickets to Citizens Bank Park are sure to be in high demand, so get yours now and cheer the Philadelphia Phillies to a winning season in 2008!

Origins

Founded in 1883 the Philadelphia Phillies are the oldest continuous, one-name, one-city franchise in all professional sports. Throughout their long history, the Phillies have seen 32 Hall of Famers wear the big red P on their chest. Among the best known are 3 time MVP Mike Schmidt and four time Cy Young winner Steve Carlton. Those 2 players also led the Phillies to their only World Series title in 1980. Tug McGraw became a city hero when he recorded the final out to beat the Kansas City Royals.

Citizens Bank Park

The Phillies moved into a brand new stadium in 2004. Citizens Bank Park, their new baseball only stadium, is a jewel in South Philadelphia. The new stadium is a welcome change from the old multipurpose Veterans Stadium the team shared with the NFL’s Eagles from 1971 to 2003. Firmly at home in their new stadium, the Phillies won the National League East in 2007. With a talented core of players and the leadership of manager Charlie Manuel, the Phillies expect to compete for years to come.