Crawford becomes latest Phillies phenom given a shot in 2017At first blush, 2017 would appear to be yet another in a recent string of Philadelphia Phillies lost seasons. It has been six years since the last winning Phillies club. This will be the team’s fifth straight season finishing last or next-to-last in the NL East … Continue reading J.P. Crawford becomes latest phenom promoted by Phillies
Nick Williams promoted to big leagues by Phillies
The Philadelphia Phillies are promoting outfield prospect Nick Williams for his first big league opportunity this weekend.The promotion for Williams comes as a direct response to left fielder Howie Kendrick being placed on the Disabled List. The hamstring injury disables the nearly 34-year old for a second time already this season. Kendrick previously was out of the lineup from mid-April … Continue reading Nick Williams promoted to big leagues by Phillies
Two prospects who could improve the Phillies right now
Now almost seven weeks into the 2017 regular season, the Philadelphia Phillies are once again near the bottom of the NL East Division standings.As the club looks to improve upon their position, there are varying opinions as to the readiness of the top minor league prospects.I believe that two prospects now helping the AAA Lehigh … Continue reading Two prospects who could improve the Phillies right now
The Philadelphia Phillies are simply not ready to contend – yet
Much is being written by local scribes who follow the Philadelphia Phillies on a daily basis regarding the increased competitiveness of the club thus far in the 2017 season.Those writers are echoing the comments of Phillies team officials. In signing manager Pete Mackanin to a contract extension, GM Matt Klentak had this to say per Ryan Lawrence of … Continue reading The Philadelphia Phillies are simply not ready to contend – yet
Day of Reckoning Draws Near for Placeholder Phillies
Time is running out for Rupp, Galvis and the current placeholder PhilliesAs management and ownership of the Philadelphia Phillies moved through their own transition period over the last couple of seasons, the roster has also been turned over.Gone now are the last vestiges of the first decade of play at Citizens Bank Park. Heck, a … Continue reading Day of Reckoning Draws Near for Placeholder Phillies
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