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On April 24, 2003, Phillies’ second baseman Chase Utley became an instant fan favorite with a grand slam, the first hit of his career.
Since his rookie season, Utley has been a key member of the Phillies’ success as well as a catalyst in the team’s first World Series championship title in 28 years. The career .288 hitter not only has been voted to five All-Star games but also has earned the title as South Philly’s favorite current Philly pro athlete.
Utley also has been active off the baseball diamond. Along with wife Jen Utley, he has created the Utley Foundation to bring awareness to the epidemic of animal cruelty.
The Southern California native has been known to have a love for Philly and its fans. Despite struggling with knee injuries, Utley continues to enjoy a prosperous career as the Phillies’ second baseman. With opening day less than a month away, the good news for the Readers’ Choice voters is that it looks as if Utley is ready to start the season on a healthy note.
Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels delivered in second, while its first baseman Ryan Howard batted third in the standings.
Contact the South Philly Review at editor@southphillyreview.com.
2013 Readers’ Choice Awards
Cuisine
Scannicchio’s Italian Restaurant: Gravy/sauce
Geno’s Steaks: French fries / cheesesteak
PrimoHoagies: Hoagie
Johnny Chang’s: Sushi
Nick’s Old Original Roast Beef: Roast beef sandwich
City Pizza: Pizza toppings
Green Eggs Café: Sunday brunch
Penrose Diner: Waffles
Popi’s Italian Restaurant: Business luncheon/banquet
FrancoLuigi’s Pizzeria: Romantic outing
Ristorante Pesto: Italian restaurant
Cantina Los Cabalitos: Ethnic restaurant (non-Italian)
Noir: New restaurant
Sweet Tooth
Termini Bros.: Cannoli (tie)
Potito’s Bakery: Cannoli (tie) / cupcakes
Italiano’s Water Ice: Water ice
Lerro’s Candy Co.: Candy store
Staying Active
DanceAdelphia: Dance studio
Girard Academic Music Program: Music program
Marconi Plaza: Place to walk your dog
Stickball: Schoolyard/street game
Guerin Recreation Center: Recreation Center
Wake Up Yoga: Place to take a yoga class
Places
East Passyunk Avenue: Neighborhood
Pennsylvania Burial Co.: Funeral home
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School: School
St. Monica: Church
Ten Pennies: Florist
Chickie’s and Pete’s: Place to enjoy a game
Sports
Frank Natale: High school coach
Ss. Neumann-Goretti High School Saints: High school team
Citizens Bank Park: Pro sports venue
Chase Utley: Current Philly pro athlete
Ed Snider: Philly pro sports owner
And the Rest
Mummers Parade: South Philadelphia tradition
Councilman Mark Squilla: Politician
Social Scene: South Philly Review section
Disc jockey: Category not on this list
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