The Phillies finished in sixth place in the National League East for the second consecutive season.
After a poor start to the 1989 season, Schmidt chose to suddenly announce his retirement in San Diego, on May 29.
Known as "Captain Cool" by many in Philadelphia sports circles, Schmidt surprised many with an emotional, and occasionally tearful, retirement speech.
The Phillies came back to win 15–11, and after the season Rooker conducted a 300-mile charity walk from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh.
Infielders Other batters Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.