June 24 in Philadelphia Phillies History: Phillies release Lefty (1986)

June 24, 1986 the Philadelphia Phillies release future hall of famer and the best pitcher in team history Steve Lefty Carlton. over 15 seasons Carlton won 261 games and 4 Cy Young’s, Carlton also pitched the Phillies to there first World Series Title in 1980. The 41-year-old left-hander will sign th

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