Lee and Beckett In Testy Rubber Match For Series Finale

The Phils' winning streak came to a hault last night, but that doesn't mean they can't get back on the horse and keep winning. With the series split at one-a-piece, the Phillies are aiming to take the series over the Red Sox, and they're sending out Cliff Lee (0-1, 1.95 ERA). Lee is making his […]

Erik Seybold  •  20 May 2012
Joe Blanton and Jon Lester Headline “Pat Burrell Day” as Phillies, Red Sox Battle Game 2

Thanks to @meechone who capped this pic for our enjoyment back in 2008.Look Out Ladies! Today, Pat "the Bat" will officially retire as a Phillie after he signs a one-day contract with the team he got his start from. There will be a nice ceremony before the game, he'll throw out the first pitch and most […]

Erik Seybold  •  19 May 2012
Cole Hamels and Phillies Look To Keep It Going Against Red Sox

Coming back from a 4-0 road trip, the Phillies are finally over .500 and are currently riding a five-game winning streak. They'll look to continue that streak as Interleague Play begins tonight. The Phils will host the Red Sox to open a three-game, weekend set. This is the first Interleague series that the Phillies will […]

Erik Seybold  •  18 May 2012
Kendrick Makes Spot Start Against Cubs For DL-Ridden Worley

Vance Worley (3-2, 3.07 ERA) was scheduled to start the series opener tonight in Chicago against the Cubs, but his elbow felt otherwise. This afternoon, the Phillies placed Worley on the 15-day DL with right elbow sorness. With the Phillies riding a current three-game winning streak, this is not news the Phillies want to hear. Losing […]

Erik Seybold  •  16 May 2012
Phillies Place Vance Worley On DL, Kendrick To Make Start Tonight

According to MLB's Todd Zolecki, the Phillies have placed RHP Vance Worley (3-2, 3.07 ERA) on the 15-day DL with right elbow inflammation. In Worley's last start, against the Padres on Friday, he tossed six innings allowing 6 hits and three earned runs. Worley took the win in that outing.  In reaction to the move, […]

Erik Seybold  •  16 May 2012
Cliff Lee Leads Charge Against Astros In Series Cap

With the Phillies winning last night's game 5-1 behind the arm of Joe Blanton. They will attempt to sweep this two-game series with the Astros behind Cliff Lee. Cliff Lee (0-1, 2.17 ERA) is seeking his first win of the season and what other club to go for it against than the Houston Astros. In […]

Erik Seybold  •  15 May 2012
Big Joe Seeking To Remain Dominant, Takes On Houston In Series Opener

The Phillies are three games under .500 and are approaching the end of their ten-game home stand as they host the fourth place Houston Astros for a two-game series. Tonight, Joe Blanton (3-3, 3.24 ERA) will make his seventh start of the season as he takes on the Astros. Blanton, who started off the season […]

Erik Seybold  •  14 May 2012
Keeping Cole Is The Number One Priority, Even if it Means Trading Roy Halladay

On Sunday, Cole Hamels had to battle a bit. Coming off an extra day's rest, he struggled with his command, even though he had good stuff. The result though doesn't tell that story. Cole Hamels went seven innings, giving up five hits, one run, and three walks, striking out five. He got the win, and […]

Rich Wilkins  •  14 May 2012
Report: Cole Hamels Seeking 7-Year Deal From Phillies

(Photo: Philliedelphia/Steve Trapani) It's been well over a month since we've heard any talk about Cole Hamels and his contract situation. The 28-year old is in his final year as a Phillie and as of now he's showing what he's worth. According to NBC's Howard Eskin, Cole Hamels' agent John Boggs has told the Phillies […]

Erik Seybold  •  14 May 2012