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The Philadelphia Phillies are a professional baseball team based in Philadelphia and a member of Major League Baseball's National League East division. Founded in 1883, the club is notable for maintaining the same city and team name for most of its long history. The Phillies have won multiple National League pennants and World Series championships, and they play their home games at Citizens Bank Park in South Philadelphia.
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What league do the Philadelphia Phillies play in?
The Philadelphia Phillies are a professional baseball team that competes in the National League East division of Major League Baseball. They are the oldest continuous same-name, same-city franchise in all of American professional sports.
When were the Philadelphia Phillies founded?
The franchise was founded in 1883, originally playing under the name Quakers before adopting the Phillies name. They have maintained the same city and team name for the vast majority of their long history.
Where do the Philadelphia Phillies play their home games?
The Phillies currently play their home baseball games at Citizens Bank Park, located in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. The team previously played for decades at Connie Mack Stadium and later at Veterans Stadium.
Have the Philadelphia Phillies ever won the World Series?
The Phillies have won the World Series twice in their history, with their most recent championship occurring in 2008 against the Tampa Bay Rays. Their first title was won in 1980, featuring legendary players like Mike Schmidt.
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