With the trade of Ken Giles to Houston, the Philadelphia Phillies have a few options for the 2016 closer role.Giles was always considered the heir apparent to Jonathan Papelbon, took over that role when the veteran was dealt to the Washington Nationals at the trade deadline this past season, and succeeded as most evaluators believed he would.In fact, … Continue reading Phillies 2016 Closer options
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
Cliff Lee wants to play in 2016
The Philadelphia Phillies will not be reuniting with former rotation stalwart Cliff Lee.Despite recent pronouncements that he is interested in trying to continue his big league career, the former ace lefty is not going to get that opportunity with a rebuilding Phillies club next spring.CBS Sports baseball insider Jon Heyman has recently reported that Lee’s agent, Darek Braunecker, is seeking … Continue reading Cliff Lee wants to play in 2016
Phillies add two new coaches to 2016 staff
The Philadelphia Phillies have announced that two new coaches have been hired to join manager Pete Mackanin's staff for the 2016 season. Rick Kranitz (photo) will become the new bullpen coach, and John McLaren will take over the catching coach position.Kranitz served as the pitching coach for the Milwaukee Brewers from 2011 until his firing just two and a half weeks ago. … Continue reading Phillies add two new coaches to 2016 staff
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