Jean Segura’s Most Iconic Moments with the Phillies
Jean Segura, a beloved figure among Phillies fans, officially announced his retirement Wednesday, concluding a 12-year Major League career. Acquired in a 2018 trade with the Seattle Mariners, Segura arrived in Philadelphia just as the team began transitioning from a rebuilding phase to serious postseason contention.
During his time in red pinstripes, Segura experienced the team’s ups and downs — from underwhelming seasons between 2019 and 2021 to the unexpected World Series run in 2022. With his vibrant personality and clutch play, Segura quickly earned the affection of fans. Here’s a look back at the most memorable highlights from his Phillies tenure:
No. 4: Ice Cream and Ice in His Veins
In an August 2021 matchup against the Nationals, Segura stepped up in the ninth with a runner on second and the Phillies trailing by a run. Amid the tension, a young fan asked him his favorite ice cream flavor — to which Segura smiled and answered “vanilla.” Just two pitches later, he smashed a game-tying RBI double, helping the Phillies rally to a 7-5 win. It was a quintessential Segura moment: charming off the field, clutch on it.
No. 3: Walk-Off Blast vs. the Mets
During the 2019 season — a year full of high hopes but mixed results — the Phillies faced the Mets in a pivotal four-game set. After taking the first three games, they entered the ninth of the finale down 3-1. A Maikel Franco homer tied the game, and Segura delivered the exclamation point with a walk-off home run off Edwin Díaz. It was a thrilling moment in front of the home crowd, decked in powder blue, and one of six walk-off hits Segura notched as a Phillie.
No. 2: NLCS Game 3 – The Jean Segura Showcase
In the 2022 National League Championship Series, Segura shined in Game 3 against the Padres — the Phillies’ first home NLCS game since 2010. His go-ahead two-run single, stellar defense, and raw emotion defined the night. Segura was instrumental in the 4-2 victory, helping Philadelphia take a 2-1 series lead and solidifying his reputation as a postseason gamer.
No. 1: The Defining Hit – 2022 Wild Card Game 1
In their first playoff appearance in a decade, the Phillies faced the Cardinals in the NL Wild Card Series. Down 2-0 in the ninth inning of Game 1, the Phillies mounted a rally. With the bases loaded and the game on the line, Segura delivered a two-run single that flipped the momentum and ultimately helped Philadelphia steal the game. It was a signature moment in both Segura’s career and the Phillies’ 2022 playoff run — one that fans won’t forget anytime soon.
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