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Brutal loss last night for the Phillies. Is it time to start being concerned about this team? The Eagles open training camp today with many questions surrounding the new offense. July 28 has seen an unfortunate tragedy, a shutout streak, and a broadcast legend getting a huge honor.
Shutouts for Everyone
On this day in 1951, the Phillies beat the Cubs 1–0 at Wrigley Field. Richie Ashburn knocked in the Phillies’ only run of the day, but it was enough to give the Phils the win. On the mound that day was Russ Meyer, who pitched a complete-game shutout. It was the Phillies’ fourth straight shutout. The next day, they kept the Cubs scoreless until the sixth inning, extending their scoreless-inning streak to 41 and tying the team record.
Trivia: What is the Phillies modern team record for consecutive innings being shutout? (Answer below.)
Phillies Express Tragedy
On this day in 1962, a Pennsylvania Railroad train called “The Phillies Express” was carrying 600–700 passengers, including Little Leaguers from Central Pennsylvania, when it tragically crashed four miles into the trip. The Phillies Express was heading to Connie Mack Stadium to take fans to see the Phillies play the Pirates. Unfortunately, three cars came off the track, sending them into the Susquehanna River, killing 19 people and injuring 105 others. The Phillies didn’t learn about the accident until after the game was underway. The Phillies went on to beat the Pirates 9–2.
Dutch’s Career High
Terry Mulholland gave up a grand slam in the top of the first, but the Phillies, led by Darren Daulton’s career-high six RBIs, battled back to beat the Cardinals 14–6 on this day in 1993. Daulton hit a two-run triple and a grand slam of his own as the Phillies increased their NL East lead to six games.
Harry Kalas is Honored
On this day in 2002 Legendary Phillies Broadcaster, Harry Kalas was presented with the Ford C. Frick Award during the Baseball Hall of Fame ceremonies.
Halladay Goes the Distance
On this day in 2010, the Phillies beat the Diamondbacks 7–1. Carlos Ruiz had two doubles and three RBIs. Roy Halladay pitched a complete game, his eighth of the year, striking out nine in the process. He would go on to win NL Pitcher of the Month honors, going 3–1 with a 1.54 ERA, 37 strikeouts, and three walks. Making his much-anticipated debut was Dom Brown, who went 2-for-3 with a double and two RBIs.
Trivia Answer: The 1983 Wheeze Kids were shutout 31 consecutive innings in May of 1983.
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