The Phillies, hoping to fill the National League void in the Big Apple caused by the departure of the Giants and Dodgers to the west coast, drop any plans for 1959 broadcasts into New York City. The team’s reversal takes place when the Yankees threaten to air Bronx Bombers contests in Philadelphia.

December 5, 1958 This Day In Baseball

On December 5, 1958 — The Phillies, hoping to fill the National League void in the Big Apple caused by the departure of the Giants and Dodgers to the west coast, drop any plans for 1959 broadcasts into New York City. The team’s reversal takes place when the Yankees threaten to air Bronx Bombers contests in Philadelphia.

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