Manuel holds the World Series trophy in the victorious Philadelphia Phillies locker room at Citizens Bank Park Unable to get into Citizen's Bank Park at anything close to resembling a reasonable price, my wife, Debbie Veasey, and I ultimately decided to hunker down in the comfort and warmth of our family room to watch … Continue reading Three thrilling innings
The Philadelphia championship dream delayed, or drowned?
Pedro Feliz and Jimmy Rollins try to battle the Rays and in elements on a rain-soaked infield It all started so well. Game 5 of the World Series began last night with Philadelphia Phillies ace Cole Hamels mowing the Tampa Bay Rays down in order and in easy fashion in the top of the first. … Continue reading The Philadelphia championship dream delayed, or drowned?
Joe Blanton Night at the 2008 World Series
When most big-league clubs send their number four starting pitcher to the mound, about the best they hope for is that the hurler keeps them in the game and gives the offense a chance to win. Seldom do they expect a gem, and even more seldom do they either expect or receive any kind … Continue reading Joe Blanton Night at the 2008 World Series
Phillies on a pennant push
For a baseball fan like myself, it's always a great summer when your home team is involved in a pennant race. My hometown Philadelphia Phillies have found themselves in the race for most of the past half dozen summers, finally reaching the playoffs a year ago when they won the National League East Division pennant … Continue reading Phillies on a pennant push
Phillies take the lead in the 2008 NL East Division race
The Phillies have vaulted out to a four game lead in the NL East here in early June. With the last two National League MVP's in slugging first baseman Ryan Howard and team leader shortstop Jimmy Rollins, along with one of the favorites for this year's honors in all-world second baseman Chase Utley, the Phillies … Continue reading Phillies take the lead in the 2008 NL East Division race
MATT VEASEY 