It started with the two wearing tributes to each other on their cleats in Harper’s first series with the Phillies, escalated with Harper getting a custom-tailored Phillie Phanatic suit and has continued with the duo routinely exchanging gifts and swag.

Harper's appreciation for the Phanatic is nothing new. He has worn headbands, custom Phanatic cleats, leg guards and a sliding mitt to honor the mascot during his six seasons with

This season will be Bryce Harper's seventh season with the Philadelphia Phillies. That number matches the same amount of seasons that he spent with the Washington Nationals. While it may take you a minute to grasp how insane that sounds and how old we are all becoming,