Prior to the 1983 season, the Phillies had a former Most Valuable Player on their roster who was considered a great leader in the clubhouse. In an attempt to return to the playoffs, the team brought in some of that MVP’s old teammates. The plan worked as Joe Morgan and Tony Perez helped Pete Rose and the rest of the “Wheeze Kids” make it to the World Series. That must have really struck a nerve with Matt Klentak, because 37 years later, he’s following the same formula, and is actively surrounding one of his former MVPs with as many old teammates as possible.
Meet your Philadelphia Pirates!
