Roger Gordon: 60 Years of Baseball Legacy | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

For sixty years, Roger Gordon has been the heartbeat of Philadelphia baseball—coaching from age fourteen, leading teams through neighborhood rivalries and city championships, even while serving as a judge. His legacy lives on through former players like Matt Rizzo, who calls him a second father and legend, and continues today as he mentors young athletes alongside Rizzo on the Roxborough Rebels and at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy. As Philly prepares for the MLB All-Star Game in 2026, Gordon remains its true, enduring All-Star. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…