Philadelphia Phillies (25-31) at Washington Nationals (24-32): Game 57 Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies limp into the District of Columbia to take on the Washington Nationals in a battle for the bottom of the National League East.   The Phillies enter the three-game series fresh off a demoralizing three-game sweep by the hated New York Mets.  The Mets outscored the Phillies 10-3 in the three-games including a […]

Mike Lipinski  •  02 Jun 2023
Are the Phillies “In” on Shohei Ohtani?

Ah yes, it’s the time of the year where fans of every baseball team that is struggling suggest a massive, historic impactful trade to make their team better.  Hell, they do it all the time on MLB: The Show and they do it without trading their top prospects! Naturally, it can be done in the real […]

Mike Lipinski  •  02 Jun 2023
News and Notes: Philadelphia Phillies Injury Updates

Here’s the latest news and notes on the Phillies injuries as updated by the ballclub: LHP Jose Alvarado (left elbow inflammation)- Alvarado will throw a live batting practice on Wednesday, May 31 according to the team.  Alvarado will likely begin a rehab assignment if everything goes well with his 5/31 batting practice in Queens.  He […]

Mike Lipinski  •  31 May 2023
Phillies Final: Fightins’ Bust out the Long Ball to Halt Losing Streak

The Philadelphia Phillies used a grand slam from Kyle Schwarber and two-run bomb by Kody Clemens to put an end to their five-game losing streak, defeating the Chicago Cubs 8-0.   Phillies starter Aaron Nola was academic, allowing four hits, two runs, and striking out a season high ten batters over seven innings.  The start from […]

Mike Lipinski  •  20 May 2023
Taijuan Walker to Start Sunday’s Series Finale on Short Rest

The Philadelphia Phillies will start Taijuan Walker on short rest in their Sunday afternoon series finale against the Chicago Cubs.   Walker last pitched on Wednesday in San Francisco and lasted just two-thirds of an inning.  He allowed four hits, four runs, and walked two in just 40-pitches.  In a way, Wednesday’s short outing was a […]

Mike Lipinski  •  20 May 2023
Phillies Final: Phils Throw Away Another One in San Fran

An ill-advised throw by Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Brandon Marsh in the 3rd inning allowed the San Francisco Giants to score an extra run, it would prove to be the deciding run as the Phils fell to the Giants 4-3.   Phillies starter Zack Wheeler allowed four earned runs to score over six innings of work […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 May 2023
Philadelphia Phillies (20-22) at San Francisco Giants (19-23): Game 43 Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies will look to prevent another West Coast sweep on Wednesday afternoon when they complete a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants.   The Phils’ will hope 30-year-old righty Taijuan Walker will be able to play the role of stopper.  Walker has been inconsistent at best this season for the Fightins’.  The free […]

Mike Lipinski  •  17 May 2023
Philadelphia Phillies (20-21) at San Francisco Giants (18-23): Game 42 Preview

The Philadelphia Phillies look to stop a two-game losing streak on Tuesday night against the San Francisco Giants.   The Phillies call on Zack Wheeler to play stopper in this case.  Wheeler is 3-2 with a 3.80 ERA this season.  He is looking to build off of a 7 IP, 3 H, 1 R appearance last […]

Mike Lipinski  •  16 May 2023
Bailey Falter Optioned to Triple-A Lehigh Valley

The Philadelphia Phillies have optioned left-handed starter Bailey Falter to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, the team announced.  In a corresponding move, the Phillies have recalled right-hander Erich Uelmen from the IronPigs.  Falter, 26, fell to 0-7 on the season after Monday’s 6-3 loss to the San Francisco Giants.  The lefty surrendered six runs, all unearned, the […]

Mike Lipinski  •  16 May 2023