With just 16 games remaining in the 2015 regular season, and with three off-days built into the balance of their schedule, the Phillies have to be seriously contemplating shutting down rookie starting pitcher Aaron Nola.Since joining the rotation for a July 21st start at Citizens Bank Park against the Tampa Bay Rays, Nola has proven across … Continue reading Aaron Nola being shut down by Phillies
BREAKING: Ruben Amaro out as Phillies general manager
In a move only stunning due to its timing, happening within an hour of our publishing a piece here at TBOH calling for his not returning as the Phillies GM beyond this current season, the team has announced the firing of senior VP and general manager Ruben Amaro.Amaro rose from the Phillies' bat boy during their 1980 World … Continue reading BREAKING: Ruben Amaro out as Phillies general manager
Phillies need to break up their ‘old boy network’
His term as club president of the Philadelphia Phillies is drawing to a close, and on his own way out, aging Baseball Hall of Famer Pat Gillick continues to demonstrate the "old boy's network" mentality regarding the franchise front office that has soured so many fans.Gillick will always receive his just due around these parts for making the … Continue reading Phillies need to break up their ‘old boy network’
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
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
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