Pete Rose was the first big Phillies free agent signingOn December 5th, 1978 the Philadelphia Phillies dipped into the free agent market for the first time, and hauled in a big fish. Pete Rose, the man known as Charlie Hustle, was signed away from the Cincinnati Reds.The driving force behind a 2-time World Series-winning ‘Big … Continue reading Pete Rose hustles to Phillies
Bunning trade: Arrival of a Hall of Famer
Jim Bunning proved one of best trades ever for PhilliesOn this date just over a half-century ago, the up and coming Philadelphia Phillies made one of the better trades in their long history.On December 4th, 1963 the Phils sent outfielder Don Demeter and pitcher Jack Hamilton to the Detroit Tigers in exchange for starting pitcher … Continue reading Bunning trade: Arrival of a Hall of Famer
The terrible trade of Jack Sanford
It would prove to be one of the worst trades in Phillies franchise history. So how and why did this happen? You have to look at the details to understand the Phillies thought process at the time. That process turned out to be wrong.
Rico Brogna controls Angels quality
Rico Brogna now a coach with Angels organizationOn November 26th, 1996 the Phillies made one of their better trades of the losing late-90’s period. On that Tuesday, 27-year old reliever Toby Borland, coming off two solid middle relief seasons, was sent to the New York Mets along with 26-year old reliever Ricardo Jordan.The Phillies received 26-year … Continue reading Rico Brogna controls Angels quality
Dodgers up next on Hamels trade watch
Rumors have outfielder Joc Pederson on Phillies radarThe latest rumors have the Los Angeles Dodgers as the next team in pursuit of Phillies lefty ace Cole Hamels, with Phils management researching the top LA prospects in anticipation of upcoming trade negotiations. There are certainly a number of good reasons both clubs would pursue such a deal.From … Continue reading Dodgers up next on Hamels trade watch
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