Phillies Wall of Fame: Who From 2008 Team Makes It In

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Apr. 25, 2012; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz makes a throw against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Carlos “Chooch” Ruiz

Stats – 12 years; 1,039 games; 873 hits; 210 doubles; 396 RBIs

Awards – 1 All-Star Game

Franchise Career Records – 4th in Games by a Catcher

While he does not have the flashiest resume, who doesn’t adore Chooch? We know Roy does.

The guy came out of nowhere and is one of the best game callers in the league. To catch a record four no-hitters is a testament to his hard work and knowledge behind the plate. It may be a couple of years before we see his big smile molded in bronze, but that day will surely come.

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