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From the Philadelphia Phillies‘ shocking trip to the World Series to the death of Queen Elizabeth II, this year has had it’s fair share of headline-making stories. And with top stories comes curiosity from all across the globe. After trillions of inquiries, Google has released its “Year in Search.” Here’s what was trending in Philadelphia: Pickleball is America’s fastest growing sport with over 5 million players and counting. But what happens when the demand for… Source link

The Philadelphia Phillies are trying to shift the blame elsewhere after inviting Pete Rose back to the ballpark. Rose, who the team previously distanced itself from after he was accused of having a relationship with a minor, is expected to appear at Citizens Bank Park on Aug. 7 as part of a celebration of the team’s 1980 World Series win. The team said it consulted with Rose’s former teammates and said the commissioner’s office approved the invite. The invitation is notable, as it marks the… Source link

Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper left Saturday’s game against the San Diego Padres after getting hit in his hands with a 97 mph fastball. The Phillies later announced that he’d fractured his left thumb, and that he’ll be out indefinitely. He’ll undergo further evaluation in the coming days. “I kind of wish it hit me in the face,” Harper said, via The Associated Press. “I don’t break bones in my face. I think I can take 98 (mph) to the face, but not 97 to the thumb. Yeah, I was… Source link

Any time you tie a pitching record from Tom Seaver, it was probably a good day. Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola entered the history books on Friday by striking out 10 consecutive batters, tying but not breaking the New York Mets legend’s 51-year-old record. It was the first game of a planned doubleheader. Facing Seaver’s own Mets team, Nola opened the game by hitting Jeff McNeil with a pitch and allowing a double to Francisco Lindor, but then a run of sheer dominance began. Nola… Source link