Three of those seasons saw the Phillies go on to make the postseason, including one resulting in a World Series appearance in 1993. The 1976 Phillies had a 23-9 record through 32 games.

The Philadelphia Phillies — a last-to-first success story — with their long hair, beards, and blue-collar work ethic — a softball team in pinstripes. This was a World Series that won't soon ...