About the Submitter
"One strike away; nothing-and-two, the count to Hinske. Fans on the their feet; rally towels are being waved. Brad Lidge stretches. The 0-2 pitch — swing and a miss, struck him out! The Philadelphia Phillies are 2008 World Champions of baseball! Brad Lidge does it again, and stays perfect for the 2008 season! 48-for-48 in save opportunities, and watch the city celebrate! Don't let the 48-hour wait diminish the euphoria of this moment, and the celebration. And it has been 28 years since the Phillies have enjoyed a World Championship; 25 years in this city with a team that has enjoyed a World Championship, and the fans are ready to celebrate. What a night!" - Harry Kalas
"I always thought we could win the World Series. I knew we could beat anybody in our league. And when I look and I see my guys, I see our chemistry and our attitude and our makeup and how much we like to play and how much the Philadelphia fans back us, I knew we could win the World Series. Hold on, this is for Philadelphia, this is for our fans. And listen around here, who's the World Champions?!" - Charlie Manuel
(Submitted August 19, 2008)
sportsillustrated.cnn.com
New Links
In the News
The Baltimore Orioles made team history by rallying from a nine run deficit to defeat the Boston Red Sox 11-10.
Top Comments
Play the Picture Game
Old Shool vs New School
