Philadelphia Athletics (1860–1876)

Philadelphia Athletics
Information
LeagueNational League (1876)
LocationPhiladelphia
BallparkJefferson Street Grounds
Founded1860
Folded1876
NicknameAthletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia
Pennant1871
Former leagues
Colors  Navy,   white
Manager

The Philadelphia Athletics, also known as the Athletic Base Ball Club of Philadelphia, was a prominent National Association, and later National League, professional baseball team that played in the second half of the 19th century.