Excited about LeBron signing with 76ers? Harper is right there with you - MLB.com
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper expressed excitement regarding LeBron James signing with the 76ers. Harper reflected on how his own high-profile signing in 2019 transformed the city's sports culture and franchise trajectory.
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The intersection of major athlete signings and city morale illustrates the economic and cultural impact of professional sports franchises.
PHILADELPHIA -- Nobody in Philly can relate more to LeBron James’ signing with the 76ers than Phillies superstar Bryce Harper .
When news broke on Feb. 28, 2019, that Harper and the Phillies had agreed to a 13-year, $330 million contract , the excitement was immediate and real. The Phillies sold 100,000 tickets within hours of the news. They said it was the most tickets they had ever sold in one day.
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