There are few, if any, people on the planet that know more about Philadelphia Phillies history than Chris Wheeler.
“Wheels” spent 47 years in the Phillies organization, working in the television booth every year from 1977 to 2013.
I recently spoke with Wheeler for more than 45 minutes about a variety of topics, including the Hall of Fame cases of four former Phillies that are on the 2022 Hall of Fame ballot. His answers were very insightful:
PHILADELPHIA - APRIL 12: Bobby Abreu #53 of the Philadelphia Phillies awaits action in right field against the Cincinnati Reds during MLB action at the inaugural game at Citizens Bank Park on April 12, 2004 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.