Cuban Yasmany Tomas signed with Arizona DiamondbacksThe Philadelphia Phillies, considered the front-runners in many media circles for months, did not lose out in the bidding process for the services of young Cuban slugger Yasmani Tomas.The player’s agent, Jay Alou, said that the Phillies never even made a formal offer to his client. “The player wanted … Continue reading No Tomas; What next for Phillies?
Jamie Moyer signs off
Jamey Moyer will not return to Comcast Sportsnet in 2015The Phillies and Comcast SportsNet released a joint statement on Friday, letting fans know that 2014 Phillies television commentator, former pitcher, and area native son Jamie Moyer would not be returning to the broadcast booth next year.The text of the statement included this closing: “Everyone at … Continue reading Jamie Moyer signs off
Philography: Dick Allen
Philography: Dick Allen
Philography: Jim Konstanty
Based on physical appearance, Jim Konstanty is one of the least likely looking winners of the National League Most Valuable Player award. But for the incredible ‘Whiz Kids’ team of 1950, that is exactly what the Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher became. The right-hander pitched in parts of 13 big league seasons, 7 of those in Philly. … Continue reading Philography: Jim Konstanty
Phillies, Red Sox, Hamels
Cole Hamels traded by the Phillies to the Boston Red Sox for a package of young players and prospects.It's a story that has been percolating for at least weeks, ever since Phillies acting President Pat Gillick publicly stated that the club likely would not win in 2015 or 2016.Gillick has also publicly stated that everything … Continue reading Phillies, Red Sox, Hamels
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