Phillie Phanatic history: Meet the man behind one of the most beloved mascots in sports

Nothing encapsulates the excitement of the postseason more than the furry-faced Phillie Phanatic.
He's one of the greatest mascots in sports, and it's all thanks to Dave Raymond, who started as a Phillies intern.
"They said, 'You want to come back?' 'I said, Yeah, what do you want me to do?' 'Go to New York and get fitted for a costume,'" said Raymond, reliving the moment he got tapped to be the now iconic mascot.
"I got measured and they gave me this design drawing. (They) told me to just go have fun!" added Raymond. #phillies #philadelphia
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[@philhiller-mn1gw]

Great Memory of my Philadelphia Phillies at Veterans Stadium. Thanks Raymond!

[@mattfoley6082]

Why wasn't tonight's home game on local tv? You gotta be kidding me.

[@vickilugo4051]

Our jeeps name is Phanatic because I have loved him since I was a little girl and now my son loves him. We were in the Philadelphia independence day parade this year and it is our goal to get a picture with the Phillies and the Phanatic himself. 😊It would also be cool to get a pic with Dave Raymond! 😊

[@gardensofthegods]

Would be nice to also see who else has been the Philly Phanatic after him