Need another reason to love the Phillies and their magical run to a World Series title?

How about 400,000 of them?

City officials, who find themselves swimming in red ink these days, announced one economic bright spot yesterday. Revenue from the amusement tax is up. Actually, it’s higher than it’s been in five years.

The city levies a 5 percent surcharge on admission for entertainment events such as concerts and athletic events. For the current fiscal year, the amusement tax is expected to add up to $18.4 million, that’s up from $18 million the year before. And this comes while other tax revenues, such as the wage tax, are taking a nosedive.

And guess who’s getting the credit? Yep, those guys in the red pinstripes with the big, furry green mascot. Citizens Bank Park was packed to the rafters for the Phils’ post-season party. And the city’s coffers are among those who benefited from October baseball.

World “Bleeping” Champions indeed.

Maybe “Bleeping” Budget Champions as well.