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Eagles Jalen Hurts Becomes Part-Owner of Philadelphia Phillies

Posted October 4, 2025

Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia Eagles’ franchise quarterback is making a statement that extends far beyond the gridiron. Jalen Hurts—the steady heartbeat of a new era in South Philly—has officially become a part-owner of the Philadelphia Phillies, cementing his commitment to a city that’s embraced him from the first snap.

For generations, the Phillies have carried this city through October highs and hard rebuilds, powered by a fan base that treats baseball like a birthright. From the legends who built the standard to the modern stars who carry it, the club’s story runs straight through Citizens Bank Park, where a new chapter now begins with No. 1 of the Eagles tied to the crest across Pattison Avenue. 

“This is bigger than football,” Hurts said. “Philadelphia gave me belief, purpose, and accountability. Joining the Phillies’ ownership is my way of giving that back—of helping build something that lasts for this city.”

Hurts’ move echoes the broader wave of athlete-owners shaping American sports. In nearby Kansas City, Patrick Mahomes holds a stake in the Royals, a model of how a franchise quarterback can invest in the community’s wider sports ecosystem—and help unify fan energy across stadiums and seasons.

For the Phillies, the moment lands just right. With postseason ambitions and a roster that blends star power with homegrown grit, adding Hurts to the ownership room brings cultural gravity—and a fresh bridge between two of Philadelphia’s most powerful fan bases. What reverberates on fall Sundays can flow into warm spring nights on Pattison: new faces at the gates, new collaborations in the community, and a louder shared identity for the city’s teams.

On social media, Eagles fans are already framing it as Hurts doubling down on Philadelphia; Phillies die-hards see it as proof the franchise remains a magnet for high-character investors who want their legacy rooted in this town. In truth, the decision is more personal than financial. It’s about legacy—about ensuring that when people talk about sports in the Northeast, they picture the Eagles and Phillies standing shoulder-to-shoulder, with Hurts helping bind those colors together.

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