I have been a fan of the Philadelphia Phillies ever since I became aware of their existence at around age nine in the 1971 season.That year, Veteran’s Stadium opened virtually in my South Philly backyard. Over the decades since, I have attended hundreds of games as a paying customer between ‘The Vet’ and Citizens Bank Park, … Continue reading Thanksgiving 2016: Five Phillies things to be thankful for
Phillies Thanksgiving 2015
The Philadelphia Phillies organization and fan base have much to be grateful for this Thanksgiving.That statement might seem a bit misguided considering that the Phillies finished with the worst overall record in Major League Baseball during the 2015 season.The Fightin' Phils finished in last place in the NL East for a 2nd straight season, and … Continue reading Phillies Thanksgiving 2015
Andy MacPhail closing in on new Phillies GM pick
The Philadelphia Phillies search for a new General Manager may end this weekend, as three finalists have emerged.For weeks now, the Philadelphia Phillies new brain trust, led by team president Andy MacPhail, has been selecting and sorting through candidates for the General Manager position with the team.On Monday, the Phillies are scheduled to begin their … Continue reading Andy MacPhail closing in on new Phillies GM pick
BREAKING: Ruben Amaro out as Phillies general manager
In a move only stunning due to its timing, happening within an hour of our publishing a piece here at TBOH calling for his not returning as the Phillies GM beyond this current season, the team has announced the firing of senior VP and general manager Ruben Amaro.Amaro rose from the Phillies' bat boy during their 1980 World … Continue reading BREAKING: Ruben Amaro out as Phillies general manager
Andy MacPhail hired to lead Phillies rebuild
At an afternoon press conference, the Philadelphia Phillies officially announced that longtime baseball executive Andy MacPhail will take over as the President of the club. MacPhail will take over formally from current President Pat Gillick at the conclusion of the 2015 regular season.This marks the first time in the 132+ year history of the franchise that the club has hired … Continue reading Andy MacPhail hired to lead Phillies rebuild
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