Cole Hamels - 2007 Home Uniform Bobble Head with packaging

The Phillies held a "Christmas in July" promotion on July 25, 2007. Cole Hamels started, and after the bullpen blew the game (that sounds familiar) the Phillies ended up pulling it out 7-4 behind Ryan Howard's 14th inning, two-run home run. Historically speaking, the Phils' season was at a crossroads. Chase Utley had just broken his hand, and with the Tad Iguchi trade still two days away things could have really gone downhill. Of course, Iguchi came in and batted .300 over 45 games and the Phillies began their current streak of NL Eastern Division Championships.

Despite the on-field turmoil, the team had a strong promotional schedule for the 2007 season. Some of the highlights included the Ryan Howard MVP bobble head, the Victorino "Hula" figurine, the Phanatic bobble belly and the classic "College" t-shirt. For the Christmas in July celebration, all fans attending the game against the Washington Nationals were given the home uniform Cole Hamels bobble head. The box featured the play on words - "Cole in Your Stocking."

Vital Stats:

Production run - 43k+
Manufacturer - Evolving Branded Merchandise
Sponsor - American Red Cross
Approximate value - Found online anywhere between $30-60

Cole Hamels Road Uniform Variant Bobble Head

Cole Hamels 2007
Away Uniform Variant

Vital stats:

Production run - 1,500
Manufacturer - Evolving Branded Merchandise
Sponsor - American Red Cross
Approximate value - $100-125

Comments - One of the more rare figurines the Phillies have given away, this version was handed to participants of a Red Cross blood drive at Citizens Bank Park on August 18th (2007).