The Philadelphia Phillies had just lost the World Series to the New York Yankees six weeks earlier. That six-game defeat came after the club had won the Fall Classic the previous season.General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. was presented with an interesting and exciting opportunity. Longtime ace pitcher Roy Halladay was being made available in trade by the Toronto Blue … Continue reading Anniversary of a controversial Phillies deal
Phillies ink Odubel Herrera to five-year contract
The Philadelphia Phillies made a major statement today regarding their long-term lineup. And in the same move, the team was making a commitment to one of their key players.The club announced the signing of outfielder Odubel Herrera to a five-year contract with a pair of team options.Sources say that the deal, which runs through 2021 with options … Continue reading Phillies ink Odubel Herrera to five-year contract
Can Phillies improve by eight games again in 2017?
The Philadelphia Phillies finished with a 71-91 record in 2016, good for fourth place in the NL East standings. That victory total was an eight-game improvement over their last place, worst in baseball finish of 63-99 during the 2015 season.As the Phillies’ rebuilding program continues, no one in the game expects them to be contenders in the 2017 … Continue reading Can Phillies improve by eight games again in 2017?
Phillies Appear Committed to Andrew Knapp as Backup Catcher
Coming into the 2016 season, the Philadelphia Phillies appeared to be gearing up for a battle. The particular battle that I’m referring to here was for their catcher of the future.The position was being manned at the big league level at the time by Cameron Rupp, who had never distinguished himself. The backup was going to be veteran Carlos Ruiz, … Continue reading Phillies Appear Committed to Andrew Knapp as Backup Catcher
Odubel Herrera is just what the Rangers are looking for
I’m not usually one for creating random trade speculation out of thin air, but the Philadelphia Phillies and Texas Rangers are making it difficult on me.The Rangers reportedly are in the market for a center fielder. Yet those same reports are that the club does not want to spend big in free agency.What the Rangers would like … Continue reading Odubel Herrera is just what the Rangers are looking for
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