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Joie Henney and his emotional support alligator, Wally, were denied entry to a Phillies' game at Citizens Bank Park on Wednesday — but hope to be invited back soon.

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Wally the emotional support alligator went to see the Phillies. Then he went viral

11:01am September 29, 2023

by Rachel Treisman

Wally doesn't bite, loves hugs and has a sizeable social media following. He made headlines (again) for being denied entry to a baseball stadium — but his owner tells NPR that's not the full story.

The Houston Astros celebrate their 4-1 World Series win against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6 on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Houston.

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The Houston Astros have won the World Series, beating the Philadelphia Phillies

2:08am November 06, 2022

by The Associated Press

Yordan Alvarez hit a moon shot that sent Space City into a frenzy, and the Houston Astros to their second World Series title.

Manager Dusty Baker of the Houston Astros speaks during a press conference ahead of Game One of the World Series.

The World Series begins with upstart Philly taking on Houston, the tainted juggernaut

5:09am October 28, 2022

by Tom Goldman

It's the fourth World Series for the Houston Astros since 2017. They're tangling with the Philadelphia Phillies who made an unlikely playoff run to reach their first Series since 2009.

Phillies slugger Bryce Harper hits the series winning two-run homerun during the 8th inning against the San Diego Padres in game 5 of the National League Championship in Philadelphia on Oct. 23, 2022.

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Ahead of the World Series, Phillies radio announcer shares the art of play-by-play

2:19pm October 27, 2022

by Dave Davies

Scott Franzke has been calling MLB games in Philadelphia since 2006. He sizes up the teams headed into the World Series and reflects on upcoming changes designed to put more action in the game.

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The Phillie Phanatic sits alone in the stands during a game between the Miami Marlins and the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. During this series, as many as 19 Marlins players and coaches had already been infected with the coronavirus.

Philadelphia Phillies Put Brakes On Home Games After Coronavirus Cases

7:15pm July 30, 2020

by Tom Goldman

The Philadelphia Phillies are the latest Major League Baseball team to put a halt to games after several coronavirus cases among team personnel. It follows their weekend series against Miami.

A view of the spring training home of the Philadelphia Phillies on May 20, 2020 in Clearwater, Fla. The Phillies closed the complex after several players tested positive for COVID-19.

MLB Closing Florida And Arizona Training Facilities For Coronavirus Cleaning

11:40pm June 19, 2020

by Tom Goldman

Several Major League Baseball and National Hockey League teams have shuttered facilities after players test positive for COVID-19. Experts worry it's too soon to bring back pro sports.

The Phillie Phanatic during a baseball game against between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Colorado Rockies in May in Philadelphia.

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Philadelpha Phillies Sue To Keep Beloved 'Phanatic' Mascot From Free Agency

11:00pm August 02, 2019

by Richard Gonzales

The Phanatic was created 41 years ago to help entertain Phillies fans. Now a dispute about the genesis of its creation and licensing rights threatens the mascot's future.