One June afternoon looked forgettable on the scoreboard, but history was lining up in plain sight.
On June 13, 1973, the Phillies routed the Dodgers 16–3 in Philadelphia, a game that felt meaningless as it unfolded. Yet that afternoon marked the first time Steve Garvey, Davey Lopes, Ron Cey, and Bill Russell shared the infield—a configuration that would remain intact for nearly eight and a half years. No ceremony marked the moment, no one sensed what had just begun. Only later would it be clear that an era quietly took shape during a blowout loss.
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Two first basemen, one job, and trade requests looming
A young catcher’s unexpected start hints at the future
Another future All-Star waits quietly on the bench
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