Phillies Wall of Fame: 5 candidates for 2019 induction

PHILADELPHIA - OCTOBER 29: Brad Lidge #54 (L) and Carlos Ruiz #51 of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrate the final out of their 4-3 win to win the World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays during the continuation of game five of the 2008 MLB World Series on October 29, 2008 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) /

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David Montgomery

It’s a unique take on the Wall of Fame, but with the induction of Pat Gillick, the architect of the 2008 World Series team, the door opens up for members of the Phillies front office.

David Montgomery started as a member of the Phillies sales department in the 1970s and ran the scoreboard at Veterans Stadium. Fast-forward nearly 50 years where he’s now the Chairman of the Phillies, President Emeritus, and a minority owner.

He was instrumental in building Citizens Bank Park, and whenever former players return, he’s the first they thank.

While it’s not the pick that drives fans to the ballpark, Montgomery belongs on the Wall of Fame alongside the great coaches, players, and leaders in franchise history. Make next year a two-person class like this year and honor the man who has been one of the faces of this franchise for decades.

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