97.5 The Fanatic Phillies Red October Photo Gallery
After the Philadelphia Phillies broke a long playoff drought with a wild card berth in the MLB Playoffs in 2022, the city recaptured the euphoria of Red October at Citizens…
After the Philadelphia Phillies broke a long playoff drought with a wild card berth in the MLB Playoffs in 2022, the city recaptured the euphoria of Red October at Citizens Bank Park.
The Golden Era of Phillies baseball took a sharp turn after a disappointing playoff exit in 2011, but the expectation of an annual playoff appearance is back.
The Phillies clinched their first National League East pennant in 13 seasons in 2024. They’ll now pursue their ultimate goal of bringing the World Series trophy back to Philadelphia.
97.5 The Fanatic Talks Phillies & Another Red October
The staff at 97.5 The Fanatic offers the best insight you’ll find about the Phillies.
Ricky Bottalico wore the red pinstripes himself for seven of his 12 MLB seasons.
Mike Missanelli draws from a long history of following the game. John Kincade has experience in multiple markets with exposure to high-profile MLB franchises.
Tyrone Johnson and Andrew Salciunas have facilitated excellent Phillies conversation throughout one of the best eras in franchise history.
Kevin Cooney has covered the Phillies on site throughout his media career. Ray Dunne seems like he somehow never misses a home (or road?) game, and you can hear him bicker with Bill Colarulo every weekday about Dave Dombrowski.
Listen to 97.5 The Fanatic for select Phillies games during the 2024 MLB Playoffs as they set out with World Series hopes in another Red October run.
Game 3 of the World Series in 2022 opened with one of the most exciting moments in station history. John Kincade introduced the fury of Red October to the audience on Fox. The Phillies went on to win a 7-0 slugfest. It was the closest they'd get to a World Series.
Larry Bowa with Andrew Salciunas in Clearwater
Photo by Mike Vito | BBGI PhiladelphiaWhen Andrew broadcasted from Phillies Spring Training in Clearwater, Larry Bowa joined the show. The former Phillies shortstop and manager won the World Series in 1980. He continues his work within the organization today as a respected veteran around team facilities. He's been a guest on multiple 97.5 The Fanatic shows in recent years.
Ricky Bo Knows
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaPhillies fans love Ricky Bottalico. Some of them even make their own t-shirts to prove it. Take a look at 97.5 The Fanatic's afternoon drive host at McGillin's in Center City with a diehard fan who printed "Ricky Bo Knows" on her custom-made t-shirt. Hear Ricky break down the MLB Playoffs on The Best Show Ever weekdays from 2pm-6pm.
Aaron Nola After Clinching the National League East
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia fans have challenged Aaron Nola a lot over the years. However, he's consistently taken the ball for 10 MLB seasons. The former seventh-overall pick will retire as one of the best starting pitchers in franchise history. He's teamed up with Zack Wheeler for one of the best 1-2 punches in the majors.
Kevin Cooney Presents BBWAA Award to Ryan Howard
Photo by Kevin CooneyRyan Howard won the NL Rookie of the Year in 2005 and the NL MVP in 2006. Kevin Cooney presented Howard with the Baseball Writers' Association of America Award at Citizens Bank Park. Hear the veteran journalist on Philly Sports Tonight and on weekend shows on 97.5 The Fanatic. Expect insight drawing back from decades of covering the Phillies.
Charlie Manuel at 97.5 The Fanatic
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaThe four major local sports teams went 100 seasons without a championship before October 2008. Charlie Manuel led the Phillies to their second World Series title in franchise history. He joined 97.5 The Fanatic at a "First Friday" broadcast for The John Kincade Show during the 2023 season. Charlie is in good health, and he is a press box regular for the 2024 Phillies.
Bryce Harper Soft Pretzel
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaThe Red October run in 2024 lit the city on fire. 97.5 The Fanatic joined the people for remote broadcasts throughout the ride. Hosts enjoyed one of the more unique snacks they had ever seen. It was an opportunity to enjoy two great things at once: Bryce Harper and Philly Soft Pretzels.
World Series Watch Party at Rivers Casino
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI Philadelphia97.5 The Fanatic listeners showed up in packs when the station hosted watch parties during the World Series in 2022. The promotions department gave away Red October t-shirts to the first fans who showed up. Supplies flew right off the Fanatic set-ups. Listeners were fired up to support their Phillies.
Connor Thomas and Tyrone Johnson with Listener at World Series Watch Party
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaThe fans flocked to the 97.5 The Fanatic watch party. Connor Thomas and Tyrone Johnson worked the crowd and handed out Red October t-shirts. They had to run on some short sleeps during one of the busiest times in the station's history. See the 97.5 The Fanatic events page for upcoming watch parties during Red October.
World Series Watch Party at Rivers Casino
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaThe run to the World Series in 2022 captivated the city. Phillies fans poured into the watch party with hopes for an upcoming parade. While the Phillies fell short, they still reminded everyone that Red October characterizes Philadelphia sports as much as anything. The team and the fan base are hungry to avenge the losses of the past two postseason runs.
Cole Hamels Retirement
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI Philadelphia97.5 The Fanatic has been along for the ride during a memorable 2024 season. One of the regular season highlights was the retirement of Cole Hamels. The legendary Phillies lefty won the World Series MVP in 2008 at age 24. He sits among the franchise's all-time leaders in most major statistical pitching categories.
Chase Utley Promotes MLB London Series
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI Philadelphia97.5 The Fanatic has been along for the ride during a memorable 2024 season. One of the regular season highlights was the MLB London Series in June. Who better to promote the showcase than Chase Utley? The former fan favorite works in an MLB ambassador role, and he returned to Citizens Bank Park leading up to the Phillies-Mets series.
Matt Strahm With Andrew Salciunas at Phillies Spring Training
Photo by Mike Vito | BBGI PhiladelphiaWhen Andrew interviewed Matt Strahm in Clearwater, he stumbled onto an interesting story. Strahm, a North Dakota native, gave up a big hit in one of his final games as a high school pitcher. Who tagged him? Former Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz.
Jeff Hoffman Tells Andrew Salciunas About Red October
Photo by Mike Vito | BBGI Philadelphia“The thing that really hit me was walking out to the bullpen as the game was about to start, seeing the sea of red, kind of seeing how unified everybody was in the stadium and will be again. That was something that I’m getting the chills, the goosebumps just sitting here thinking about it. I didn’t even think that was a thing in Major League Baseball. I can see that being a thing in EPL or even NFL games or whatever, but in a Major League Baseball stadium, for a fan base to have that type of… passion and that just kind of impact on the players on the field and the way the atmosphere is, I would not like to be a visiting team coming in to play in an environment like that. I love it. I miss it. I can’t wait to do it again." -Jeff Hoffman on 97.5 The Fanatic
Red October T-Shirt from 2022 World Series Run
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI Philadelphia97.5 The Fanatic listeners showed up in packs when the station hosted t-shirt giveaways during the run to the World Series in 2022. The promotions department gave away Red October t-shirts to the first fans who showed up. Supplies flew right off the Fanatic set-ups. Listeners were fired up to support their Phillies.
97.5 The Fanatic Listeners for The John Kincade Show
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaThe Red October run in 2022 lit the city on fire. 97.5 The Fanatic joined the people for remote broadcasts throughout the ride. The former John Kincade Show went on the air at 6am, but it didn't stop listeners from joining the party. The Phillies had a chance to win the World Series, and nobody was worried about sleeping.
John Kincade With Listener
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaThe Red October run in 2024 lit the city on fire. 97.5 The Fanatic joined the people for remote broadcasts throughout the ride. John Kincade worked the crowd and took pictures with listeners. The Fanatic hosts captured the euphoria of Red October.
World Series Game 3 Watch Party in 2022
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI Philadelphia97.5 The Fanatic traveled to Glenside for a remote broadcast the afternoon of Game 3 of the World Series in 2022. The beer pitchers started flowing and lasted all the way through a Phillies blowout victory to go up 2-1 in the World Series. Beers for $.05 usually leads to some fun. The 97.5 The Fanatic Explorer drove to the studio blasting "Dancing On My Own" after a memorable station event.
Citizens Bank Park on 2024 Phillies Photo Day
Photo by Colin Newby | BBGI PhiladelphiaThe 2024 Phillies drew crowds that Citizens Bank Park hasn't seen since the "Golden Era" of Phillies baseball. If you need evidence, take a look at how many fans capitalized on the opportunity to rush the field for photo day this summer. Follow the 97.5 The Fanatic social media accounts for photos and videos during Red October. You just might see some memories to last a lifetime.
Kevin Cooney at the World Series Parade in 2008
Photo by Kevin Cooney97.5 The Fanatic host Kevin Cooney has been around the block as a long-time sports journalist in Philadelphia. One of his career highlights was covering the World Series parade in 2008. If he tells the story on air, he has to leave out the famous words of Chase Utley...
John Kincade with Dansby Swanson
Photo by John Kincade | BBGI PhiladelphiaDuring John Kincade's stint in Atlanta, he made trips to Braves Spring Training at ESPN Wide World of Sports at Walt Disney World. Here he is with former Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson. They've both moved onto new markets with Kincade in Philadelphia and Swanson playing shortstop for the Chicago Cubs.
