#CardCorner: 1987 Topps Tony Phillips
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Sat, 2026-06-27 10:43
Comfortable at almost any position on the diamond, Tony Phillips was also one of the most disciplined hitters of his time and drew 100-or-more walks in five seasons.
Craig Muder
He played more than 250 games at four different positions on the diamond, becoming one of the most successful utility players the game has known.
But Tony Phillips was also a World Series champion who totaled five seasons with a...
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A lot has been said about the Raptors’ first round picks by the fans and the pundits alike. Some bad, some good, but the Toronto front office seems cool, calm, and collected about their decisions. The Raptors have taken Allen Graves and Jaden Bradley with the 19th and 50th overall picks, adding the forward and […]
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