In a typically fine article today, Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal speculated that things could get pretty awkward down in Clearwater when Phillies spring training opens next week.His theory: that the failure of Ruben Amaro to deal players such as Cole Hamels, Ryan Howard, Jonathan Papelbon, and others during the off-season will create a distraction for those players, as well as for the … Continue reading Phillies right to be firm in Hamels trade talks
Cole Hamels: Six suitors
A look at a half-dozen teams in the running for Phillies aceCole Hamels remains on the trade blocks, and he remains a hot commodity. Ruben Amaro continues to ask for a big package of young players and prospects in return for the lefty ace. There appear to be at least six suitors who remain serious contenders for his services. Let’s … Continue reading Cole Hamels: Six suitors
Philadelphia Phillie of the Year 2014
Jimmy Rollins is the Phillies 2014 Person of the YearAfter years covering politics, faith, and society in general here at my website, I switched to strictly baseball, the Phillies this year in particular. In that previous incarnation, I annually honored an American of the Year at the end of each calendar year.With the changed emphasis, … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillie of the Year 2014
Face of the Phillies 2015
Chase has been Phils 'Face of the Franchise' last two yearsThe MLB Network is beginning the process of selecting its 3rd annual “Face of MLB” with the selection of each club’s “Face of the Franchise” nominee.By following certain hashtags on Twitter, fans do the selecting of which of their team’s stars will represent them in … Continue reading Face of the Phillies 2015
Cole Hamels turns 31 years old
Hamels remains in the prime years of his careerPhillies lefty ace Cole Hamels turns 31 years old today. He has pitched in the better part of 9 big league seasons now. He has never suffered any serious injury. In short, Cole Hamels is in his prime.Taken by the Phils with the 17th overall pick in … Continue reading Cole Hamels turns 31 years old
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