A former Philadelphia Phillies iconic player from their recent championship run finally signed to play in the 2016 season.Shortstop Jimmy Rollins signed a minor league contract today with the Chicago White Sox, and will compete in spring training for their starting role at the position.While the deal is a minor league one, it comes with that invitation … Continue reading Jimmy Rollins signs with Chicago White Sox
Darren Daulton making a difference
A Philadelphia Phillies icon remains active in the community through his charitable foundation.In 1993, the Phillies astounded the baseball world with their magical worst-to-first season. That squad, nicknamed ‘Macho Row’, had a clear leader in team captain Darren Daulton.Known affectionately as ‘Dutch’, the left-handed hitting catcher would play in parts of 14 seasons with the Phillies. He made … Continue reading Darren Daulton making a difference
Phillies looking at Tyler Goeddel in Rule 5 Draft
The Philadelphia Phillies are looking closely at outfielder Tyler Goeddel in preparation for the MLB Rule 5 Draft.Selected by the Tampa Bay Rays as the 41st overall selection in the 2011 MLB Amateur Draft out of Mountain View High School in Georgia, Goeddel signed as an 18-year old, and thus became a free agent following five minor … Continue reading Phillies looking at Tyler Goeddel in Rule 5 Draft
Ken Giles remains on Hot Stove front burner
The Philadelphia Phillies have young closer Ken Giles boiling on the Hot Stove front burner at the baseball Winter Meetings.There are still a number of things that Phillies GM Matt Klentak can accomplish before leaving Nashville in a couple of days. One thing that he will not do is deal away his strong, young closer quickly. At least … Continue reading Ken Giles remains on Hot Stove front burner
Should Phillies Odubel Herrera have won a Gold Glove Award?
Winners of the 2015 Rawlings Gold Glove Awards were announced tonight, and no Philadelphia Phillies players were honored. That might be expected for a team that finished with the worst overall record in baseball – but were any of the Phils’ players overlooked in the selection process?Voting by Major League Baseball managers and coaches makes up … Continue reading Should Phillies Odubel Herrera have won a Gold Glove Award?
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