Florida sunshine awaits the Philadelphia Phillies , but before pitchers and catchers reported to Clearwater, a crew of Phillies employees -- including the Phillie Phanatic -- back in chilly Philly packed up a semi-truck with all the gear the Phightins' need to get ready for the season. They gathered before daybreak on the morning of Monday, Feb. The double trailer semi-truck rolled into CBP just after 6 a. So, what exactly did the Phillies load onto the truck which is actually spread out over three foot trailers?
Here's a breakdown of how much gear made the trek to Clearwater:. Let's hope the Phils won't really need those heavy jackets outside of pitchers trying to keep their arms warm. Some things it does appear the team needs?
The locker room Monday was packed with shower shoes, camo hats, shin guards, player boxes and even a big exercise ball. Once loaded up, the tractor-trailer got a lunchtime sendoff on Monday onto Pattison Avenue with the help of the Phanatic, the Phillies said.
Before heading to Florida, the truck made one last noontime stop. The equipment truck, along with special guests, including the Phanatic, Phillies Ballgirls, and Phillies Ambassadors Mickey Morandini and Dickie Noles, made a brief stop outside the Citizens branch on 18th and Market Streets, providing a noon photo opportunity for fans. Once "phans" got their "Phils" of IG-ready content, the truck began its journey through eight states.
This year marks 21 years of the Phillies getting ready for the baseball season at BayCare Ballpark. Overall, the team will be spending its 79th year training in Clearwater. How about this for baseball lovers? Phillies pitchers and catchers report to spring training on Wednesday, Feb. Skip to content. Spring training. Clearwater bound! How many baseballs did Phillies pack for spring training?
