PHILADELPHIA -- The highest honor for any Phillies employee was handed out before Sunday afternoon's season finale. It's an award that's been a part of the organization for two decades. This year, though, the recognition carried some extra meaning.
After 20 years of honoring someone who demonstrates the same qualities as the award's namesake, the Richie Ashburn Special Achievement Award added another Phillies legend to its official title to be renamed the Richie Ashburn & David Montgomery Special Achievement Award.
"During their combined 95 years with the Phillies, Richie and David are undoubtedly the two most significant figures in club history who have exhibited loyalty, dedication and passion for the game," said the team's executive vice president, Dave Buck, in a statement.