Cabrera likely to help Phillies at multiple positionsThe initial impression when evaluating the Philadelphia Phillies acquisition of Asdrubal Cabrera in trade from the New York Mets might be that he is a “rental” player.However, Cabrera’s versatility and experience could instead lead the team to bring him back beyond this season. It’s all going to depend on how … Continue reading Phillies add veteran infielder Asdrubal Cabrera in trade with rival Mets
Defense a major problem as Phillies fight to hold on to NL East lead
Defense not a Phillies strong suit at presentFans who have followed the Philadelphia Phillies closely this season continue to shake their heads in amazement that the club remains tied for first place in the National League East Division in late July.Those fans who do more than simply watch news highlights and follow the results and … Continue reading Defense a major problem as Phillies fight to hold on to NL East lead
Rejuvenated Phillies keep Dodgers stumbling towards NL West crown
Hoskins four RBI pace Phils past Dodgers (Photo: LA Times)I had the pleasure of taking in the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.Let me tell you, this was not the same Phillies team that sputtered through the 2017 season's first four months. It also was … Continue reading Rejuvenated Phillies keep Dodgers stumbling towards NL West crown
Phillies winning spurts tempered by lessons of history
The Phillies have won eight of their last 12 gamesThe Philadelphia Phillies walked off the Atlanta Braves on Saturday night. The 4-3 victory in eleven innings gave the Fightin’ Phils their eighth win in the last dozen games.Despite the hot stretch of winning baseball over these last two weeks, the Phillies remain in last place in the NL East Division … Continue reading Phillies winning spurts tempered by lessons of history
Phillies rebuild reaches difficult transition phase
Hernandez, Herrera, Galvis part of recent losing coreFor a fifth consecutive year, the Philadelphia Phillies are in the midst of a miserable season.The glorious winning decade of success from 2001-2011 reclaimed old fans and captivated a new generation of younger fans. All of that glory and excitement is now, sadly, a faded memory.The collapse of that … Continue reading Phillies rebuild reaches difficult transition phase
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