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An exclusive excerpt from John Feinstein's book, "Where Nobody Knows Your Name," which chronicles the lives of those trying to reach Major League Baseball.
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An exclusive excerpt from John Feinstein's book, "Where Nobody Knows Your Name," which chronicles the lives of those trying to reach Major League Baseball.
Major League Baseball and its players have banned most home plate collisions but left open an exception if the catcher has the ball and is blocking the runner's direct path to home plate.
As the temperatures get back to frigid in Philadelphia this week, the Phillies will officially begin their Grapefruit League schedule in Florida.
Baseball's new guidelines regarding home plate collisions will be released on Monday.
The Phillies accused one of their draft picks of hiring an agent, and that player's college career is now in limbo, according to a report.
To say Jonathan Papelbon's time as Phillies closer has been rocky would be an understatement. His performance has been inconsistent, and his comments before and after games have drawn some ire from Phillies fans as well.
Ryne Sandberg reiterated what Cole Hamels and Ruben Amaro have already said: Cole Hamels' arm trouble is not anything to be worried about.
Former Phillies manager Jim Fregosi has died, after suffering a multiple strokes six days ago.
A couple of key members of the 2008 Phillies team that won the World Series are getting ready for their first seasons as members of the Phillies TV crew on Comcast Sportsnet. Jamie Moyer and Matt Stairs will call the action with Tom McCarthy this season.
Chris Stigall talked to former Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer about joining their broadcast team this morning on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT.
The Phillies have added a starting pitcher.
Mike Adams wants to contribute to the 2014 Phillies, that much is clear. Another season was taken from Adams in 2013 due to injury, and he is working hard to get back for the team.
Larry Bowa has filled just about every role possible with the Philadelphia Phillies.
According to reports, former Phillies pitcher Curt Schilling has been diagnosed with cancer.
Phils' general manager Ruben Amaro says the Phillies have to score between 650 and 700 runs this season to be contenders and make the playoffs—all with the second-highest payroll in the National League, an estimated $159-million, behind the $216-million bankroll of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Charlie Manuel is back with the Phillies as an advisor to Ruben Amaro Jr. The team is also making sure he'll be remembered forever as one of the organization's all time greats.
There aren't many who have been happy with the Phillies offseason. After winning just 73 games in 2013, a year after winning just 81, a return to playoff form based on the additions they've made seems unlikely.
Just like the lead up to the 2013 Phillies season, the 2014 version has a lot of "ifs" that have to come true for the Phillies to compete. Not the least of which is "if" Ryan Howard can be healthy, and have a return to the form that made him one of the premier sluggers in baseball.
Babe Ruth's 1923 World Series championship pocket watch, for decades thought to be lost to history, is coming to a New York City auction, where it's expected to fetch at least $750,000.
With the signings of Bobby Abreu and Marlon Byrd, the Phillies are 2/3 of the way in recreating their 2004 outfield.
Instead of being bitter about being traded, Marlon Byrd feels like he was a part of the Phillies team that ended up winning the World Series in 2008.
Yesterday, the Phillies signed 39 year old outfielder and former Phillie, Bobby Abreu, to a one-year minor league deal worth $800,000.
Alex Rodriguez was so unhappy with the support he got from the Major League Baseball Players Association, he decided to sue them.
The Philadelphia Phillies and left-hander Antonio Bastardo have agreed to a $2 million, one-year deal, avoiding arbitration.
Philadelphia police are looking for a man accused of assaulting an off-duty officer and stealing his gun, police said.
Four former presidents plan to gather at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump will visit the Pentagon.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered Thursday for the second annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue in Philadelphia.
According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.
Philadelphia police are looking for a man accused of assaulting an off-duty officer and stealing his gun, police said.
Four former presidents plan to gather at the World Trade Center memorial site for 9/11 commemorations, while President Trump will visit the Pentagon.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered Thursday for the second annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue in Philadelphia.
According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.
Philadelphia police are looking for a man accused of assaulting an off-duty officer and stealing his gun, police said.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
Hundreds of people gathered Thursday for the second annual Uptown Rhythm Festival on Ogontz Avenue in Philadelphia.
Unless lawmakers intervene, skill game machines will be banned from most businesses in Pennsylvania starting Oct. 14.
The Phillies dropped to four games behind the NL East-leading Braves heading into a three-game series in Atlanta.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
After a series of setbacks and challenges, the historic Reading Senior Center reopened Thursday on Ringold Street in Trenton.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Camden County IAFF Local 3249 President Keith Kemery says Collingswood Fire Department splits crews to handle both fire and EMS calls.
Camden police have handled more than 68 illegal dumping cases and charged 31 people so far in 2026.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday.
You may need your umbrella later on Thursday evening in the Philadelphia region.
Wednesday will be another warm and dry day in the Philadelphia region, as there are no weather issues to deal with if you are going outside.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Two men and a woman were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Saturday night, police said.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
The Kindle Hill Foundation, a special equine therapy program, has a variety of programs, including one focused on first responders.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
The Phillies dropped to four games behind the NL East-leading Braves heading into a three-game series in Atlanta.
The Union Foundation recently launched its first apparel line, with proceeds supporting programs for Chester residents.
Kyle Schwarber slugged his 10th career grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run to cap off a wild Phillies' 11-7 comeback win over the Astros.
It's impossible to quantify a fan base's love for its NFL team, especially when it comes to the Eagles — but it's still fun to try.
Andrew Painter allowed five runs in five innings, and the Phillies' comeback efforts fell short in a 6-5 loss to the Astros Tuesday.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Philadelphia police are looking for a man accused of assaulting an off-duty officer and stealing his gun, police said.
More than 3,000 miles from Philadelphia, a classroom in Scotland is ready for kickoff. Josh Sanders reports.
Early morning clouds and lingering showers will give way to afternoon sunshine and drier air in the Philadelphia region Friday. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.
Phillies outfielder Derek Hill is coming up clutch even off the field. After a game against the Atlanta Braves last week, Hill helped a man change a flat tire.
The borough of Tullytown in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, will be holding a memorial concert and remembrance of 9/11 on Friday. CBS News Philadelphia's Alicia Roberts spoke with a man whose mission is to never forget.