Ruben Amaro Jr. Says the Phillies are “Maxed Out”, Rumors are “B.S.”, and Still Defends Cliff Lee Trade

Posted by Frank Klose 1992 Topps Stadium Club On Sirius XM's MLB Network Radio, Jim Duquette had Phillies General Manager Ruben Amaro on as a guest, and Philadelphia Daily News Phillies Beat Writer Dave Murphy has a partial transcript of the conversation. Amaro was pretty direct, stating any rumors of a trade are "B.S.", and  […]

Sports Talk Philly  •  14 Mar 2011
Mets Let Ruben Amaro Jr. Go from Front Office Role

The New York Mets have let former Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. go from his front office position

Sports Talk Philly  •  30 Aug 2019
Kudos to the Phillies front office

It’s something I never thought I’d say, but after watching the body of work that came complete Wednesday, I have to say it. The Phillies front office did an excellent job at the trade deadline and beyond. Forget who had the primary say or who was orchestrating deals. The Phillies traded five regulars and received […]

Kevin Durso  •  20 Aug 2015
Two sides to Papelbon’s relationship with Phillies fans

Jonathan Papelbon is six saves away from the Phillies all-time record after completing a four-out save on Wednesday. (Kevin Durso/Philliedelphia) Jonathan Papelbon did it again on Wednesday. The outspoken Phillies closer opened his mouth and delivered another sound byte that will only continue to hurt his relationship with Phillies fans. With his former team, the Boston […]

Sports Talk Philly  •  09 Apr 2015
Charlie Manuel’s Funny Michael Martinez Game

Charlie Manuel is a really funny guy. Michael Martinez, proud owner of the fifth-worst OPS in Phillies history, is making his fourth consecutive start today.  Many Phillies fans are somewhere between bashing their heads against a wall, or just downright complaining: The only thing sadder than Michael Martinez being the phillies starting center fielder is […]

Sports Talk Philly  •  11 Aug 2013
Yankees Reportedly Wanted Michael Young And Carlos Ruiz; Phillies Said No

As the trade deadline passed this afternoon at 4 PM ET, many of us were shocked at what the Phillies' front office had done – or not done – this July 31st. As other teams made their bids and sold their assets the Phillies stood pat and did not sell or buy any body.  While […]

Erik Seybold  •  01 Aug 2013
Ruben Amaro: “Very Little Chance” Cliff Lee Gets Traded; Michael Young Looking “Pretty Remote”

24 hours remain for teams to sell, buy and trade their players in an effort to either clear house or improve their roster for a play off run. The Phillies are definite sellers this July 31st, but so far have not made a fire sale. Unlike last year when the Phillies traded Hunter Pence and […]

Erik Seybold  •  30 Jul 2013
Chase Utley To Have MRI In Philadelphia Tomorrow

During batting practice before yesterday's ball game, Phillies second baseman Chase Utley felt discomfort in his right ribcage. He was scratched from the lineup and will most likely sit out tonight's game as well. Ruben Amaro Jr. announced today that the injury will require an MRI, which will take place tomorrow in back in Philadelphia.  […]

Erik Seybold  •  22 May 2013
Delmon Young Will Get Paid $600,000 Extra To Eat Less

Photo: Erik Seybold's glorious photoshop skills Delmon Young has a lot to work for in order to make all of his incentives. Not only must Young stay out of trouble off the field, but he must also watch what he eats. Looks like no cheesesteaks for Delmon. In a report by Philly.com's Matt Gelb, Delmon Young […]

Erik Seybold  •  23 Jan 2013