Lee Elia, a utility infielder for both Chicago teams in the mid-1960s, and later the Phillies' manager, passed away on July 9, 2025 at age 87.
Elia was signed by his hometown Phillies (having attended the same Philadelphia high school as Del Ennis and Al Spangler) in 1959, and played in their farm system from 1959-64.
The White Sox acquired him in 1965, and he played 80 games for the big club in 1966. He also played 15 games for the Cubs, scattered throughout the 1968 season.
Retiring after the 1969 season, Elia worked in the Phillies' organization as a protege to Dallas Green, first in the minors, then as a major-league coach.
He managed the Cubs from 1982-83 and the Phillies from 1987-88.
Following his managerial stints, he worked for a number of other teams.
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