In the first game played at the Baker Bowl, the Phillies beat the Giants, 19-10. Philadelphia’s newest ballpark is located at the corner of Broad and Huntingdon Street Park.

On April 30, 1887 — In the first game played at the Baker Bowl, the Phillies beat the Giants, 19-10. Philadelphia’s newest ballpark is located at the corner of Broad and Huntingdon Street Park.

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