Phillies find their third baseman of the future in the present of Maikel Franco

Franco finally solidifying his Phillies futureEntering the 2018 season the future was beginning to get a bit hazy forĀ Maikel Franco. That future as far as the Philadelphia Phillies were concerned was beginning to get even hazier as the first two months unfolded, and the summer arrived.On June 20, Franco suffered through an 0-4 performance during … Continue reading Phillies find their third baseman of the future in the present of Maikel Franco

Phillies bring Hector Neris back to their bullpen mix

Former closer Neris returns to the Phillies bullpen mixThe Philadelphia Phillies made an interesting roster move on Tuesday afternoon in preparation for their two-game series with the Boston Red Sox at Citizens Bank Park.Hector Neris, who began the season as the Phillies closer, was recalled from the AAA Lehigh Valley IronPigs. Sent down was infielderĀ J.P. … Continue reading Phillies bring Hector Neris back to their bullpen mix

Phillies add veteran infielder Asdrubal Cabrera in trade with rival Mets

Cabrera likely to help Phillies at multiple positionsThe initial impression when evaluating the Philadelphia Phillies acquisition ofĀ Asdrubal CabreraĀ in trade from the New York Mets might be that he is a ā€œrentalā€ 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

Reports surfacing that Manny Machado will be traded this week

Could this local artist rendering be a preview?With the MLB non-waiver trade deadline looming just two weeks away, the Philadelphia Phillies remain one of the favorites to land superstar shortstop Manny Machado from the Baltimore Orioles.Based on a number of developments leaking out into the media on Monday morning, things now appear to be finally … Continue reading Reports surfacing that Manny Machado will be traded this week

Manny Machado in town, hopefully not for final time in 2018

Will Machado find himself back in Philly this month?The Philadelphia Phillies open a quick two-game set with the Baltimore Orioles tonight at the still-sweltering hot Citizens Bank Park. While game time temperatures are expected in the mid-80's, the "real feel" will be in the low-90's for much of the night.But the weather won't be the … Continue reading Manny Machado in town, hopefully not for final time in 2018