Chase Utley honored with Wall of Fame induction by Phillies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Chase Utley was inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame on August 7, 2026, prior to their game with the Toronto Blue Jays. The former second baseman delivered an emotional speech reflecting on his 13 seasons with the team and the connection he felt with Philadelphia. He praised the city's passionate fans and expressed gratitude for the career and relationships he built during his time with the franchise. This induction marks Utley's legacy within the organization, joining others from the 2008 championship team in the Wall of Fame.
- •Utley became the 51st inductee into the Phillies Wall of Fame.
- •He reflected on the significance of Philadelphia and its passionate fans.
- •Utley is a strong Hall of Fame candidate with notable career statistics.
- •He thanked the city for shaping his career and personal connections.
- 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Try not to cry watching Phillies legend Chase Utley’s Wall of Fame speech
"Chase Utley delivered a Wall of Fame speech that captured exactly why he became one of Philadelphia's most beloved athletes ever.
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