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Phillies Charities 5K Run Held at Sports Complex Ahead of Season

The Phillies and Fox Chase Cancer Center jointly hosted the Phillies Charities 5K. Thousands attended the event held around the sports complex.

The Phillies Charities 5K run took place at the sports complex, hosted by the Phillies and Fox Chase Cancer Center. Ray Strickland spoke with a runner battling cancer. The winner of the 5K race completed the course through the Navy Yard and around the sports complex in approximately 15 minutes. The event occurred in advance of the upcoming 2026 MLB season.

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  • CBS News — Thousands turn out for Phillies Charities 5K ahead of Opening Day 2026
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