Phillies Changing Outfield Grass Design, Fans Voted
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 16: Fireworks after the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-3 in Game One of the Championship Series at Citizens Bank Park on October 16, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
The Phillies changing outfield grass is all aligned with the release of their City Connect jerseys. They were revealed to the world on social media on April 5th, 2024. The first game they will play wearing the new jerseys will be Friday, April 12th. The game will be against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Here’s the official video release for the new line of City Connect jerseys for the 2024 season.
Phillies City Connect Jersey
The launch on social media looked a little bit like this.
The Phillies were met with some opposition naturally after the jersey design actually leaked on social media earlier this year. We wrote about it back in early February, read that article here. It will also explain which jersey will NOT be used this season on the field by our Philadelphia Phillies.
Phillies Changing Outfield Grass Design
In spirit of the new change, the team announced that it will be changing the outfield design for the game in which the jerseys are debuted. But they left it up to the fans to choose from two options. Here was the message they sent on social media along with the poll results.
As you can tell, the fans have voted and they wanted the second design with LOVE instead of PHILLY. Over 15,000 votes were taken and this is what they went with. I quite frankly agree with the votes because I feel like it’s a better representation of our city. Representing both Love Park and the Liberty Bell, is there anything more Philly than that?
Do you agree with the Phillies changing outfield grass design?
Bryce Harper is a supporter of the City Connect jerseys and the Phillies changing field design as voted on by fans (Photo by Greg Fiume/Getty Images)
12 Food & Drink Options Debuting at Citizens Bank Park
Citizens Bank Park became the home of the Philadelphia Phillies 20 years ago, and the ballpark will debut new food and special merchandise options as part of a year-long milestone celebration.
Jim Thome and company christened the ballpark in 2004. Ryan Howard helped bring a World Series to Philadelphia in 2008, and Bryce Harper hopes to bring another. While the most passionate MLB fan base watches the Fightin’ Phils, they can also enjoy the best eats of any MLB ballpark.
Citizens Bank Park Food Options
Nothing can replace the good old American hot dog. Peanuts and crackers might be another tradition, but why limit youself given the incredible list of food options at Citizens Bank Park?
You’ve tried Bull’s BBQ and Chickie’s and Pete’s crab fries for two decades at the home of the Philadelphia Phillies. You’ve probably mixed the classics with newer options like the Schwarburger. Combine it all with brand new options like the bratwurst sandwich or the buffalo chicken hoagies from Greens and Grains.
If you’re feeling up to it, wash it down with one of those crazy beer bats while you’re at it. Do anything that helps you enjoy the crack of the bat and the summer atmosphere.
It’s all part of the Citizens Bank Park experience when the Phillies are back in the conversation as a World Series contender.
Dan Baker rolled out his best Harry Kalas impersonation to introduce former Phillies great Mickey Morandini. The Phillie Phanatic, of course, won’t miss a beat or a good food option at Citizens Bank Park this summer. The classic ballpark atmosphere will send chills down the spines of Phillies fans from Opening Day through Red October.
The summer serenity of the ballpark hits Philadelphia as much as the Jersey Shore or a celebration of America’s birthplace on the 4th of July. Citizens Bank Park is once again the place to be.
Jeff Kurkjian is the morning show co-host on "The Andie Summers Show" on 92.5 XTU, Philly's Country Station. He's the nationally syndicated show host of "Jeff Kurkjian's Country Beat." As a content creator for 92.5 XTU he shares his perspective of being a dad, husband, country music and sports, specifically baseball.