By now, most people are aware that former Phillies 1990's pitching ace Curt Schilling was recently suspended from his gig covering the Little League World Series for ESPN, and removed for a week from his Sunday Night Baseball broadcast on the network.What most are unaware of is the true reason: a "witch hunt" mentality which … Continue reading Ex-Phil Schilling a witch hunt victim
Big Jim Thome reaches middle age
There can be little question as to the positive impact that slugging 1st baseman Jim Thome had on the Philadelphia Phillies organization upon signing with the club as a free agent in the off-season prior to 2003. As he turns 45 years old today, middle-age in a normal lifespan, it's a nice time to take a look back.Thome … Continue reading Big Jim Thome reaches middle age
Could Jesse Biddle Become a Phillies September Rotation Option?
With the Phillies rapidly running out of time in the 'Dog Days' of August, a calendar change to the month of September could bring some changes to the starting pitching rotation as the team moves through the final five weeks of the 2015 season.To this point, 13 different pitchers have received at least one starting … Continue reading Could Jesse Biddle Become a Phillies September Rotation Option?
Jerad Eickhoff stars in his MLB debut
In the 2nd game of their 4-gamer in Miami, the Phillies sent rookie Jerad Eickhoff to the mound. The 24-year old, acquired in last month's Cole Hamels deal with Texas, was the 13th different starting pitcher used by the club in this season of change.He was also the 5th of those to take the hill with their rookie status intact, … Continue reading Jerad Eickhoff stars in his MLB debut
Chase Utley traded to LA Dodgers
Following Wednesday night's victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, longtime Phillies fan favorite Chase Utley walked off the field at Citizens Bank Park for what would turn out to be the final time wearing red pinstripes.Utley tipped his cap to the crowd as he stepped into the dugout, acknowledging the applause, cheers, and even a few tears … Continue reading Chase Utley traded to LA Dodgers
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