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CBS News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Excited fans rejoice as Savannah Bananas play at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia
Philly is going bananas for the popular baseball team the Savannah Bananas. Standing on their feet, fans took in the excitement as Citizens Bank Park played host to the popular exhibition baseball team known for their unique and entertaining style of play. "It's electric, I mean, the way everybody came out, we're having a blast, the kids are just over the moon, they got autographs, what a night, what a night," said Sean Zaks, who was with his family. Playing in front of some 45,000 fans, the Bananas took on the Texas Tailgaters, one of three other exhibition teams. Corey Kennedy and her family were lucky to score last-minute tickets. "We love baseball, but this is so much more than baseball; this is like for everybody. There's dancing and singing ... it doesn't matter your age, I feel like there's something for everybody," Kennedy said. Fans also showed some love for the "Flyin' Hawaiian," giving him a standing ovation. Former Phillies World Series champ Shane Victorino suited up in yellow for one at-bat, and he reached first base. "I got to play in some great cities; Boston was a great one, but nothing like Philadelphia. When this place gets going, it's a pretty exciting place," Victorino said. The Bananas are in Philly as part of their ongoing Banana Ball World Tour. The team has millions of followers on social media. They're famous for their blend of baseball, dancing, back flips and what the team calls "The Greatest Show in Sports." "Just such a great environment, love the music, love the players, the energy, so this is our second time coming," said Alex Hammond. For John Sperone, it was a surreal moment. He sat in the stands and watched his son, Joe Sperone, pitch in the sixth inning for the Tailgaters. The 23-year-old grew up in Broomall and always dreamed of playing in front of a sold-out stadium. It may not be the Phillies, but it's the next best thing. "We've been to many Phillies games, Eagles games, Flyers games, Sixers games, but this is his dream to keep playing baseball, and we support his dream 100%," said John Sperone. After the game, fans enjoyed a block party and got to meet some of the players. The Bananas beat the Tailgaters 5-1. They will play again at the Bank on Sunday in front of another sold-out crowd.
Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
1st round pick Gage Wood on signing with Phillies and MLB readiness
1st round pick Gage Wood visited Citizens Bank park to officially sign with the Phillies and talked the Philadelphia media about his MLB readiness. 1st round pick Gage Wood on signing with Phillies and MLB readiness originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia
Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Phillies fans ready for series against Boston Red Sox
It's a beautiful Monday night in South Philly and fans are ready for some baseball at Citizens Bank Park.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stage is set for the 2026 MLB All-Star Declaration at City Hall. What to know
The kickoff to a year of festivities leading up to next year's MLB All-Star Game happens today. Citizens Bank Park will be the star of the show next summer, but the fun is starting this afternoon at City Hall. NBC10's Neil Fischer reports. Stage is set for the 2026 MLB All-Star Declaration at City Hall. What to know originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia
Fox News
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Phillies star Nick Castellanos yells at fan for berating teammate after loss: 'Crossed multiple lines'
Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Nick Castellanos had some words with fans after the team's 9-6 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Friday at Citizens Bank Park. As the camera panned to the Phillies' dugout after the final out, Castellanos was shown standing on the top step, gesturing towards the crowd and yelling towards a fan. Jace Kaleikau, a producer for the Phillies, who witnessed the interaction, said Castellanos was sticking up for second baseman Bryson Stott, who made the last out of the game. Kaleikau said the fan "crossed multiple lines," while yelling towards Stott in a post to X. Stott entered the game in the eighth inning to replace Edmundo Sosa and grounded out to second base. With a man on first and two outs in the ninth inning, Stott came up to bat again and popped out to Reds third baseman Noelvi Marte to end the game. Stott has struggled this season, as the second baseman has a .236 batting average with five home runs and 35 RBI. Castellanos is one of the clubhouse leaders for the Phillies, as evidenced by the right fielder sticking up for the 27-year-old Stott. Castellanos has been a key bat in their lineup, as the right fielder has a .278 batting average with 11 home runs and 49 RBI. However, while Castellanos is a good hitter, he is a subpar defender in right field. The Phillies started out fast, as they jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning. The Phillies' 3-0 lead quickly vanished as the Reds scored six unanswered runs, highlighted by a five-run third inning. Despite the loss, the Phillies have a half-game lead over the New York Mets in the NL East. The Phillies (51-37) will look to rebound against the Reds (46-42) when they play the second game of their three-game series on Saturday at 4:05 p.m. ET. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
