Tag: Phillies

The Phillies agreed to terms with their 2020 first round pick, Mick Abel.

According to Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia, a J.T. Realmuto extension could come quickly after the MLB transaction freeze if lifted.

This Phillies and MLB article covers the new rules and other possible changes purists will rail against for the next four months and possibly in 2021.

MLB and the MLB Players Association have agreed to play baseball in 2020, albeit in a much different way than other seasons

Four more in the Phillies organization tested positive for COVID-19, the Phillies announced on Tuesday.

The 2008 Phillies reunited over Zoom to discuss some of the behind-the-scenes stories of the World Champion Phillies.

Embed from Getty Images By Mitch Nathanson, Historical Columnist  50 games, 70 games, 65 games, whatever. Let’s get this nightmare…

Eight members of the Phillies organization have tested positive for Coronavrius, Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

This article covers Phillies sluggers and their appreciation –and/or lack thereof– during their time here and the reaction to their return.

Geoff Mosher, Frank Klose, and Hunter Brody were joined by Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer to break down this awful dilemma baseball is in. Can the owners and union figure this mess out?!

This article covers open roster slots due to the increase from 25 to 30 active players, and the Phillies options to fill those extra slots when a three-week training camp ends.

The Doc & Watkins are joined by special guest Bob Sharpe, formerly of Rant Sports, to discuss ESPN's E60 on…

The Phillies selected right-handed pitcher Mick Abel out of Jesuit High School in Oregon with their first pick in the 2020 MLB Amateur Draft

During the MLB shutdown, the Phillies are preparing for the MLB Amateur Draft, scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on June 10.

Major League Baseball offered their latest proposal to players to resume baseball, one that prompted Andrew McCutchen to laugh out loud.

This article covers known and unknown details regarding Dick Allen and his career, plus it also compares his offense to today’s top superstar with the overall analytical stat preferred by baseball men.

Read “E60’s ‘Imperfect’ Sheds Light on Issues Faced By Athletes Like Roy Halladay, Brandon Brooks” and more articles at SportsTalkPhilly.com

Gary Bettman spoke to the media about the NHL’s Return to Play Plan and I am very impressed with their idea. It’s not the most perfect concept in the world as it is a little gimmicky at times, but ultimately, I think it will work!
It actually gives an advantage to the Philadelphia Flyers so hey, why complain? I also compare the NHL’s idea to the disgusting proposal by the MLB owners. STOP BEATING AROUND THE BUSH!!!

The Phillies would have been a playoff-bound team had 2019 ended after 82 games.

Matt Albertson, Mitch Nathanson, and Paul Bowman discuss Dick Allen’s Hall of Fame merit and the chances he will be elected.  Nathanson is author of God Almighty Hisself: The Life and Legacy of Dick Allen, published by the University of Pennsylvania Press.

According to Jim Salisbury of NBC Sports Philadelphia, the Phillies could begin “Spring Training II” in South Philadelphia.

Embed from Getty Images By Mitch Nathanson, Historical Columnist  Until a few days ago I was on the other side. …

Major League Baseball owners have approved a plan to resume Major League Baseball in July, pending Major League Baseball Players Association approval.

A new ESPN documentary is set to release profiling the life of Roy Halladay.

Todd Zolecki joins Frank Klose, Geoff Mosher, and Hunter Brody to discuss his new book, Doc: The Life of Roy Halladay

Five former Phillies players will appear in live KBO action on ESPN including Aaron Altherr, David Buchanan, Ben Lively, Hyun-Soo Kim, and Ricardo Pinto.

According to a new plan reported by Bob Nightengale of USA Today, Major League Baseball could resume in a three-league format in home ballparks.

A report on Monday night from CBS Sports indicated that Major League Baseball is considering a three-location plan to resume Major League play.

Read “Minor League Teams And Players At Risk During Pandemic” and more articles at SportsTalkPhilly.com