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Glove Stories: Tom Burgoyne on life as the Phanatic’s best friend

The Phillie Phanatic is the best mascot in baseball. (Cheryl Pursell)

On this week’s episode of “Glove Stories with Murph,” Tom Burgoyne joined Gregg Murphy to discuss his life and career as the Phillie Phanatic’s best friend.

Burgoyne discusses taking over for Dave Raymond, whether the gig ever gets old or not, traveling overseas, Tommy Lasorda and Bryce Harper’s interactions with the Phanatic.

And as a bonus, Murph even discusses his tryout to be the Phanatic’s second-best friend!

You can listen and subscribe to the “Glove Stories with Murph” podcast on Apple podcasts, Youtube and Spotify.

“Glove Stories with Murph” is presented by Shibe Vintage Sports and Phillies Nation.

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