Children with disabilities participate in baseball event with Phillies legends
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 3:43 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
On July 6, children with disabilities gathered at Citizens Bank Park to play baseball with former Phillies players, including Dickie Noles and Milt Thompson. This event marked the kickoff of MLB All-Star week in Philadelphia and was organized in partnership with Major League Baseball and the Miracle League. The initiative aimed to provide a memorable experience for these kids and included opportunities for them to run the bases and engage with their baseball heroes. MLB and Phillies Charities Inc. are investing over $5.5 million into the local community, with part allocated to the Miracle League. The festivities will continue with more events leading up to the All-Star Game next Tuesday.
- •Event took place at Citizens Bank Park on July 6.
- •Children engaged with Phillies legends Dickie Noles and Milt Thompson.
- •MLB and Phillies Charities Inc. invested over $5.5 million in community projects.
- •Continuing activities include the HBCU Swingman Classic and All-Star Village.
- •The All-Star Game is scheduled for July 11 at 8 p.m.
- 3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Children with disabilities play ball with Phillies legends to kick off MLB All-Star week
"Kids had the chance to take swings against Phillies legend Dickie Noles, run the bases and slide into home plate. For families, the experience was as meaningful as it was memorable.
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