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First things first, this isn't so much a reactionary post to Roy Halladay's rather alarming start this afternoon but it helped inspire me to put the thought to paper. I don't get worked up over spring starts but I do tend to get worked up over the lack of insurance in the Phillies starting rotation. […]
Photo: Philliedelphia/Frank Klose The first wave of cuts in Phillies camp has come and gone. As it occured I found myself a bit more bullish on the Phillies' future than I was. Tommy Joseph, the finest position player prospect in the system, impressed offensively and defensively. He reminds me a lot of Mike Lieberthal but […]
I saw a few interviews with Michael Young today. One with Greg Murphy after he was finished his 5 innings of work and one with Michael Barkann on the Phillies Focus show. I was reminded of Raul Ibanez. The veteran who has played his share of baseball, probably on the downside of his career, but […]
The offseason has been one of underwhelming feedback for Ruben Amaro Jr. Sports Illlustrated gave him a D. I think the grade is a bit harsh. The biggest reason for loss last year outside of injuries was the bullpen. With the additions of Mike Adams and Chad Durbin added to the experience that many of […]
Like this Rodrigo Lopez autograph? It's for sale on Ebay. The Caribbean Series is underway which is a better sign that spring is around the corner than any groundhog will give you. Tonight's contest between Mexico and Venezuela featured Rodrigo Lopez on the mound for Mexico. Through six innings he was masterful, allowing just two […]
Utility player Joe Mather even pitched the Cubs out of a jam in August 2012. While the Delmon Young rumors are cooking up, Jeff Schuler of the Morning Call reports that pitcher Tom Cochran will be returning to the Phillies organization as will Brian Bass who pitched in Lehigh Valley during the 2011 season. Also […]
Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reported tonight that along with Cody Ross, the Phillies are also considering Vernon Wells of the now rather stacked outfield in Anaheim. The Halos are looking to move Wells after acquiring Hamilton and there is obviously a fit in Philadelphia. The subject of how much of the rather ridiculous salary […]
Photo Courtesy: baseballstadiumreviews.com It's been announced today that the Phillies' Double-A affiliate, the Reading Phillies are undergoing an overhaul to their brand. On Saturday, November 17 the successful minor league franchise will have a new name, logo, and uniform. The Phillies have been in Reading since 1967 which is one of the longest a team […]
Following Ryne Sandberg's promotion to Philadelphia to serve as third base coach, the Phillies announce the hiring of Dave Brundage as manager of the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. Brundage, a career minor leaguer, spent half his playing days in the Phillies' system. He's been manging since 1995, including a six year stint with the Braves […]
And so the hot stove season begins. I usually spend it reading books, watching movies, and old games to feed my rather ridiculous addiction to the great sport of baseball. It's also a time to discuss signings and possible trades. So let's look at my rather controversial shopping list. 1. Melky Cabrera Let me start […]