Williams finally breaking out as an everyday playerFormer Phillies 2008 World Series hero Cole Hamels was traded last night for the second time in three years. The now 34-year-old lefty went from the Texas Rangers to the Chicago Cubs for a couple of lightly regarded prospects in what was more of a salary dump by Texas than anything … Continue reading Finally emerging as an everyday starter, Nick Williams catches fire 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
Rejuvenated Phillies keep Dodgers stumbling towards NL West crown
Hoskins four RBI pace Phils past Dodgers (Photo: LA Times)I had the pleasure of taking in the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.Let me tell you, this was not the same Phillies team that sputtered through the 2017 season's first four months. It also was … Continue reading Rejuvenated Phillies keep Dodgers stumbling towards NL West crown
Philadelphia Phillies are no longer a pushover
Williams (L), Hoskins (R) keys in Phillies new lineupFor a fifth consecutive season, the Philadelphia Phillies will finish at or near the bottom of the overall Major League Baseball standings.But over the past month, something is obviously different. What had become a doormat team is once again beginning to live up to the “Fightin’ Phils” … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillies are no longer a pushover
Maikel Franco regression creating a quandary for the Phillies
Franco's regression helping hold back Phillies progressThe Philadelphia Phillies are suffering through a fifth consecutive losing season. Once again here in 2017, the club can be found at the bottom of the standings in Major League Baseball.The team has been making a serious attempt to rebuild with youth over the last three years or so. One of … Continue reading Maikel Franco regression creating a quandary for the Phillies
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