The Philadelphia Phillies are reportedly in agreement with free agent outfielder Michael Saunders on a contract for 2017. The deal is rumored to be for one year, with an option that may be the player’s to exercise.There have been rumors all off-season that the Fightin’ Phils were looking to add another bat to their lineup. Just last … Continue reading Phillies Gain Little in Signing Michael Saunders
Phillies Say Goodbye to a Number of 2015 Players
While the Philadelphia Phillies have brought in a number of new players for 2016, the club has also lost a few from the organization.Aside from the obvious loss of closer Ken Giles in the big trade for five young pitchers, there are a number of other players who contributed significantly to the 2015 big league club, to … Continue reading Phillies Say Goodbye to a Number of 2015 Players
Phillies 2015 report cards: Outfielders
After previously handing out grades to the 2015 Philadelphia Phillies infielders and catchers, it's now the outfielders turn. The starting outfielders based on playing time this season were Ben Revere, Odubel Herrera, and Jeff Francoeur, and there were 2-3 others who received substantive time.Others receiving significant time included Cody Asche, who started 61 games in left field. Domonic Brown, who the club released just yesterday, … Continue reading Phillies 2015 report cards: Outfielders
Phillies dump disappointing Domonic Brown
It wasn’t supposed to end like this between the Philadelphia Phillies and outfielderDomonic Brown. The club removed the 28-year old who just five years ago was the #1 prospect in all of baseball, and who became a National League All-Star at age 25, from their 40-man roster today.The practical effect of the removal from the Phillies’ … Continue reading Phillies dump disappointing Domonic Brown
Domonic Brown is Where He Belongs
I read a post on Twitter earlier today where a writer who regularly covers issues surrounding the Phillies lamented on why so many people "hate" Domonic Brown.You can certainly count me among numerous folks who have lamented Dom Brown's play on the field. I think that I understand the feelings of those folks, and I wouldn't call … Continue reading Domonic Brown is Where He Belongs
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