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Legends Of The Philadelphia Phillies: Steve Carlton Tug McGraw Mike Schmidt And Other Phillies Stars (Legends Of The Team)

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The Philadelphia Phillies have a rich history dating back to the late 1800s. Over the years, the team has been home to some of the greatest players in baseball history. Here's a look at some of the most iconic Phillies stars:

Steve Carlton

Steve Carlton is one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history. He spent 10 seasons with the Phillies, from 1972 to 1986. During that time, he won four Cy Young Awards and helped the Phillies win the World Series in 1980. Carlton was a left-handed pitcher with a devastating curveball. He was also a very good hitter, batting .243 with 82 home runs over his career.

Tug McGraw

Tug McGraw was a relief pitcher for the Phillies from 1975 to 1984. He was a key member of the Phillies' World Series championship team in 1980. McGraw was known for his fiery personality and his signature high-leg kick when he pitched. He was also a very good hitter, batting .245 with 13 home runs over his career.

Legends of the Philadelphia Phillies: Steve Carlton, Tug McGraw, Mike Schmidt, and Other Phillies Stars (Legends of the Team)

by Bob Gordon

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Mike Schmidt

Mike Schmidt is one of the greatest third basemen in baseball history. He spent 18 seasons with the Phillies, from 1972 to 1989. During that time, he won 10 Gold Glove Awards and five Silver Slugger Awards. Schmidt was a power hitter who hit 548 home runs over his career. He was also a very good fielder, with a career fielding percentage of .971.

Other Phillies Stars

In addition to Carlton, McGraw, and Schmidt, there have been many other great players who have played for the Phillies. Here are just a few:

Richie Ashburn was a center fielder for the Phillies from 1948 to 1959. He was a six-time All-Star and won the National League batting title in 1958.
Jim Bunning was a pitcher for the Phillies from 1964 to 1969. He was a two-time All-Star and won the National League Cy Young Award in 1967.
Greg Luzinski was an outfielder for the Phillies from 1970 to 1979. He was a three-time All-Star and hit 188 home runs over his career.
Juan Samuel was a infielder for the Phillies from 1983 to 1992. He was a two-time All-Star and stole 472 bases over his career.

The Phillies' Legacy

The Philadelphia Phillies have a long and storied history. The team has won two World Series championships (1980 and 2008) and has sent dozens of players to the All-Star Game. The Phillies are one of the most popular teams in baseball, and their fans are some of the most passionate in the sport.

Legends of the Philadelphia Phillies: Steve Carlton, Tug McGraw, Mike Schmidt, and Other Phillies Stars (Legends of the Team)

by Bob Gordon

4.6 out of 5