When talking about the great catchers of the 1970’s-1980’s the conversation is likely to highlight a quartet of backstops from that era: Johnny Bench, Carlton Fisk, Gary Carter, and Ted Simmons. But there is another, perhaps not Hall of Fame caliber as those, who rightly belongs as part of the discussion. At some point today, … Continue reading Bob Boone’s baseball family legacy
MLB playoff chase: Who’s hot, who’s not
Counting all the division leaders and teams still in legitimate playoff contention, 17 of Major League Baseball’s 30 teams continue to hold World Series aspirations with under 20 games to play.
The two Phillies skippers to win Manager of the Year may surprise you
The two Phillies skippers to win Manager of the Year may surprise you
Off the DL and back on the mound, Phillies need Zach Eflin at 100%
Eflin off the DL, on the mound in Dodgers series openerThe Philadelphia Phillies open an intriguing three-game series on Monday night at Citizens Bank Park against the Los Angeles Dodgers.Interest in this series comes from a number of angles for Phillies fans. For many, that starts with the return to South Philly for the final … Continue reading Off the DL and back on the mound, Phillies need Zach Eflin at 100%
Baseball’s Boone family has much to celebrate on Father’s Day
Baseball's Boone family has much to celebrate on Father's Day
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