Whether the team is winning or losing, one of my favorite things in the world is making a trip to a Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park, one of the most beautiful and fan-friendly venues in the game today.However, one thing that I can usually count on is that I am going to spend some money … Continue reading Phillies rank 19th on new Ballpark Value Index
Byron Buxton’s talents now on full display
The talent has never really been in question when it comes to former Minnesota Twins phenom center fielder Byron Buxton.Buxton has been a Top 10 prospect in all of baseball by most of the respected resources who undertake such analysis for the last four years, including prior to this 2016 season.For Baseball America, Buxton was the … Continue reading Byron Buxton’s talents now on full display
Phillies to give Roman Quinn his MLB debut
The Phillies remain in full rebuilding mode, a project that continues in its second full season, as the 2016 regular season moves towards the final three weeks.The Fightin' Phils have given position players such as 1st baseman Tommy Joseph and outfielder Tyler Goeddel their initial MLB playing opportunities this season as position players.On the mound, the Phils have provided starting … Continue reading Phillies to give Roman Quinn his MLB debut
Nationals, Strasburg dodged a bullet – maybe
On Wednesday night, the NL East Division-leading Washington Nationals appeared to be getting even better for the stretch drive as they welcomed back ace right-hander Stephen Strasburg from a nearly month-long stay on the Disabled List.But just 2.1 innings and 42 pitches into his first start back against the division rival Atlanta Braves in front of a small midweek crowd of … Continue reading Nationals, Strasburg dodged a bullet – maybe
MLB Power Ranking: September 2016
We are now beginning the final four-week stretch run in Major League Baseball, and this marks a great time to take a look at who has emerged as the top postseason contenders.The last time that I released my MLB Power Rankings was two months ago, as July was about to open and the dog days of … Continue reading MLB Power Ranking: September 2016
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