Free agent signing of Jose Mesa helped Phillies springboard to 2000's contention
Philography series to resume with Phillies retired number legends
Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'4VzBxBl2REhbAvPS_tgmUQ',sig:'Or-W3GXoYU9wbY924ZRctO-yQz2OkeHB62wgsglSSF4=',w:'594px',h:'410px',items:'482966016',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});//embed-cdn.gettyimages.com/widgets.jsPhillies legends Schmidt, Carlton, Bunning to be covered as 'Philography' series resumesIt was just over four years ago that I first decided to write mini-biographies about famous Philadelphia Phillies figures of the past. The effort was largely for me. I have always enjoyed history and biographies of influential … Continue reading Philography series to resume with Phillies retired number legends
Today’s Game Era nominates Charlie Manuel to their Hall of Fame ballot
Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'9y2qPhtDQdZybQEGI6Kc1Q',sig:'fhf3bDauPmmLhDe2UPH35k_eqJrC-L8xmc2nAV6G0Bk=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'170451932',caption: true ,tld:'co.uk',is360: false })});//embed-cdn.gettyimages.com/widgets.jsManuel managed the Cleveland Indians and the Phillies to a combined 1,000 winsThe Baseball Hall of Fame “Today’s Game Era” committee announced their ballot today for individuals to be considered for enshrinement in the 2019 class at Cooperstown. Named as one of the 10 nominees was former Philadelphia … Continue reading Today’s Game Era nominates Charlie Manuel to their Hall of Fame ballot
In Hall of Fame acceptance speech, Thome thanks Manuel, recalls time with Phillies
Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'B7zUcSTaTWVH_IPF6raQQg',sig:'G13udh9SJ5-JK0GXa2nR5mxXLl3C1Ks6sl2UQlpCqew=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'835913714',caption: true ,tld:'co.uk',is360: false })});//embed-cdn.gettyimages.com/widgets.jsThome (R) recognized contributions of his mentor Manuel (L) at the Hall of FameWhen the time came this afternoon for Jim Thome‘s turn to be formally inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, it was no surprise to learn that it would his mentor, friend, and former manager Charlie Manuel who … Continue reading In Hall of Fame acceptance speech, Thome thanks Manuel, recalls time with Phillies
Defense a major problem as Phillies fight to hold on to NL East lead
Defense not a Phillies strong suit at presentFans who have followed the Philadelphia Phillies closely this season continue to shake their heads in amazement that the club remains tied for first place in the National League East Division in late July.Those fans who do more than simply watch news highlights and follow the results and … Continue reading Defense a major problem as Phillies fight to hold on to NL East lead
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