Compiling 130 years of the Phillies, this handbook offers dedicated information to fans of Philadelphia's favorite baseball team. Topics covered include personalities, events, and facts that every fan should know without hesitation, such as important dates, player nicknames, and memorable moments. This guide to all things Phillies also includes a list of must-do Phillies-related activities, which include visiting the birthplace of Grover Clevelend Alexander, finding the best Phillies bars in the City of Brotherly Love, and searching for the remnants of the Baker Bowl.

Bill Baer writes for Crashburn Alley, a Phillies sports blog that is part of ESPN.com's network of baseball blogs. He is also a contributor to Baseball Prospectus and cohosts a local radio show. He lives in Aston, Pennsylvania.