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Mary Clarke

Phillies fans gave Rhys Hoskins a classy ovation in his emotional return to Philadelphia

Rhys Hoskins may not wear red pinstripes anymore, but he’ll always be a Philadelphia Phillie in the minds of the fans.

On Monday, Hoskins made his emotional return to Philadelphia for the first time after leaving the team in free agency last winter to sign with the Milwaukee Brewers. Hoskins spent his last year in Philadelphia on the injured list with a torn ACL that occurred during spring training, a disappointing end to his six-year career with the team.

Fans packed Citizens Bank Park to give Hoskins a warm welcome back and it all culminated in an emotional first at-bat of the game during the second inning.

What a classy ovation from Phillies fans. Bringing back Hoskins’ old walk-up song — “Slide” by Calvin Harris — was a great touch too. Before Hoskins came to bat, the Phillies also showed a video tribute to the first baseman’s time with the team.

Here’s how Phillies fans reacted to Rhys Hoskins’ return to Philadelphia

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