David Raymond, of Avondale, artfully played the Phillie Phanatic, who just turned 45, for the popular mascot’s first 16 years in existence.
At 47, the Phillie Phanatic is still Philadelphia’s most beloved troublemaker. A Philly resident since he arrived from the Galápagos Islands in 1978, this giant, green, flightless bird spends his ...
In Major League Baseball, mascots do more than just entertain between innings; they are part of the game's DNA. They bring laughter to the stands, create family photo ops, and embody pure tradition.