Dan Baker, the voice of Phillies baseball, is energized for another year
Baker, the public address announcer at Citizens Bank Park, said the start of a new baseball season is a "time to rejoice."
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Baker, the public address announcer at Citizens Bank Park, said the start of a new baseball season is a "time to rejoice."
Citizens Bank Park announcer Dan Baker is energized ahead of the 2024 Philadelphia Phillies season, his 52nd on the job.
The city is lit up red, and Visit Philadelphia is distributing thousands of cheer card posters to help Phillies fans show their team spirit.
For 2024, Citizens Bank Park has changed what you can and can't bring to a game. Here are the details.
Visit Philadelphia is distributing thousands of cheer card posters to help Phillies fans show their team spirit headed into Opening Day and the new season. Here's how to get one.
The Philadelphia Phillies will open their season Friday, March 29 at Citizens Bank Park against the Atlanta Braves. First pitch is set for 3:05 p.m.
A few young Phillies fans might be missing work on Friday as the Fightins take on the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park - a day later due to rain in Thursday's forecast. Jasmine Payoute reports.
How Philadelphia's port will be impacted by the Baltimore Bridge collapse, rain falling in the Philly region and Phillies fans reacting to the postponement of Opening Day are just a few of the top stories this morning on CBS News Philadelphia. Tune in for the latest news with Jim Donovan and Janelle Burrell, reporters Jasmine Payoute and Wakisha Bailey, weather from Andrew Kozak and traffic with Chris Garrett.
Psychiatrist Dr. Deanna Nobleza is the club's first-ever mental health director and one of several professionals on staff to help players and coaches manage the ups and downs of baseball.
The Philadelphia region can expect rain overnight and Thursday morning. Conditions will be dry but windy for the Phillies' Opening Day on Friday.
Psychiatrist Dr. Deanna Nobleza is the doctor on the Philadelphia Phillies tasked not with treating muscles and movement, but rather the mind.
Zeke Clark, 4, has a prosthetic leg after he was involved in a horrific lawnmower accident. His family said throwing out the first pitch is a "once-in-a-lifetime chance."
A lawnmower accident severed Zeke's right leg just below his knee. Since then, he has gone through five surgeries and numerous fittings for his prosthetic leg.
Opening Day will have to wait one more day in Philadelphia. The Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday postponed Thursday's home opener against the Atlanta Braves until Friday because of inclement weather.
Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox will throw out the ceremonial first pitch Saturday before the Philadelphia Phillies' game against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park.
New dad Bryson Stott believes the Philadelphia Phillies are "built for those playoffs" as he enters his third season in the majors. How much better can he be?
The Philadelphia Phillies-Atlanta Braves Opening Day matchup at Citizens Bank Park is sold out, but fans can still get a ticket through third-party options.
Forecasted rain has led the Philadelphia Phillies to postpone their Opening Day game against the Atlanta Braves to Friday. Here's what the forecast says.
Rain in the weather forecast has forced the Philadelphia Phillies to postpone their Opening Day game against the Atlanta Braves to Friday.
Only clutch purses and/or fanny packs no larger than 5" x 7", clear bags no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", medical bags and diaper bags are allowed inside Citizens Bank Park.
We'll have everything you need to know for the start of the 2024 season and air an exclusive interview with Phillies legend Charlie Manuel, who opened up about his stroke recovery.
Bryce Harper and his wife, Kayla, hard launched that they are expecting baby No. 3 on Instagram Tuesday night.
With Opening Day on Thursday, the Philadelphia Phillies know scuffling in April and May won't cut it this time around - they're determined to get off to a strong start in 2024.
The Phillies on Monday revealed new eats, new treats and a new mural on display at Citizens Bank Park for the 2024 season.
Trea Turner's first season with the Phillies didn't go as anyone expected, but with that behind him, he's ready to fix bad habits and help bring the World Series trophy to Philadelphia.
A Humpty Dumpty statue on a Jersey Shore golf course had a great fall — and police say two unknown vandals are to blame.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Weather in the Philadelphia area will be dry and seasonable Thursday and Friday.
Earlier in the season, Max Kepler's future with the Philadelphia Phillies was in doubt. But since the trade deadline, a switch has been flipped.
Max Kepler homered and drove in five runs and Bryce Harper also went deep as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 11-3.
NYC and the nation are vowing to "never forget" what happened during the 9/11 attack 24 years ago today.
A Humpty Dumpty statue on a Jersey Shore golf course had a great fall — and police say two unknown vandals are to blame.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
Weather in the Philadelphia area will be dry and seasonable Thursday and Friday.
Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot in the neck while speaking at an event at Utah Valley University.
A fire devastated St. Francis of Assisi School in Springfield Township nearly a year ago. Help in the multi-million dollar reconstruction brought the community together.
Loved ones gathered in North Philadelphia to honor Sgt. Jaime Roman, who died from a gunshot wound he sustained on the job.
Three Iron Hill Brewery and Restaurant locations have closed in the Philly area as part of a "changing business landscape."
Philadelphia leaders will officially launch a speed camera program along Broad Street to make the critical roadway, which is considered one of the city's busiest and most dangerous roads, safer.
An American Airlines flight departing PHL landed back at the airport after striking multiple birds.
A Humpty Dumpty statue on a Jersey Shore golf course had a great fall — and police say two unknown vandals are to blame.
Nadine Menendez, the wife of former Sen. Bob Menendez, was convicted of accepting cash and gold bars in exchange for political favors.
The former Chelsea Beach Bar in Atlantic City is moving to a new location next summer after years of a feud with a nearby condo complex.
New Jersey's fall wildfire season is off to an early start with the ignition of the Buckabear Wildfire last Wednesday.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
Authorities are investigating after a plane reportedly crashed in Dover, Delaware, on Tuesday afternoon, police said.
Showers will slowly clear out of the area, and temperatures will increase as the day continues, before we head into a mostly sunny work week.
Mendy and Dan Orlando said they really only fight during football season. That's because Mendy is an Eagles fan and Dan is a Cowboys fan.
A 17-year-old was killed and three other people were injured in separate shootings in Wilmington on Labor Day, police said.
Fifth grader Trey Harrison, who was critically injured in a car crash five months ago, is finally heading home from the hospital.
State health officials say the executive directive eliminates barriers to access for New Jersey residents.
A growing community of women is finding their voice on Instagram and TikTok after dealing with difficult deliveries.
Since January, Richard Cornish has been operating a mobile bedside salon, Restore Salon Services, for patients undergoing long-term treatment and hospital stays at Penn Medicine.
According to new research, suicide has increased among children, and it is linked, in part, to over-the-counter medications.
It's vaccine season, and guidelines on the new COVID-19 shot continue to change.
The curfew will now apply beyond Kensington to Fairhill, Germantown, Nicetown, Hunting Park, Frankford and Mount Airy.
The agreement takes effect on July 1, 2026.
Philadelphia boutiques and clothing shops are going all in for the Eagles as the 2025 NFL season starts vs. the Cowboys on Thursday.
A free grocery store in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood is once again bustling with customers after a nearby fire forced it to close weeks ago.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
Philadelphia leaders will officially launch a speed camera program along Broad Street to make the critical roadway, which is considered one of the city's busiest and most dangerous roads, safer.
The Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge in Philadelphia is expected to open to pedestrians and cyclists next week.
Months after Abby Gillon was killed in a crash on an e-scooter, a nearby town is passing a new law to make those vehicles safer.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro approved SEPTA's plan to use capital project money to fund operations for the next two years.
Pending approval by PennDOT, SEPTA expects service to be fully restored on Sunday, Sept. 14.
Earlier in the season, Max Kepler's future with the Philadelphia Phillies was in doubt. But since the trade deadline, a switch has been flipped.
Max Kepler homered and drove in five runs and Bryce Harper also went deep as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the New York Mets 11-3.
Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert missed Wednesday's practice with a knee injury before Week 2's Super Bowl rematch against the Chiefs.
Steve Donahue was named the 16th men's basketball coach at Saint Joseph's University after Billy Lange stepped down to take a job with the Knicks.
Months after getting a double lung transplant, Kevin Christ, who couldn't take a breath without help for most of his life, threw out the first pitch at the Phillies game.
Tyson Foods is debuting three new NFL team-themed chicken nuggets, including nuggets shaped like the Philadelphia Eagles logo.
The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator is helping new designers turn their creativity into a thriving business.
From incredible musical performances to vibrant community festivals, Philadelphia has it all. Here's a list of things to do in Philly this weekend.
The NFL season opened with the defending champ Philadelphia Eagles edging the Dallas Cowboys, 24-20 in a game with a rare, hour-long lightning-related delay.
"Saquon," a feature-length documentary five years in the making produced by Martin Scorsese, will premiere on Oct. 9, 2025.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Bells tolled in the Garden of Reflection in Yardley, Bucks County and mom Judi Reiss opened up about healing following the loss of her son in the terror attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. Brandon Goldner reports.
From Pennsauken to Burlington County, there were flags on display and prayer services held to honor the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks. Jan Carabeo reports.
A Northeast Philadelphia representative wants residents to be able to get digital driver's licenses. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
Police in Cape May, New Jersey, say two people vandalized the Ocean Putt Mini Golf course on Beach Avenue on Sunday morning, damaging a vintage Humpty Dumpty statue.
Seasonable, sunny weather is the story into the weekend around the Philadelphia area. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your latest forecast.