In the 2nd game of their 4-gamer in Miami, the Phillies sent rookie Jerad Eickhoff to the mound. The 24-year old, acquired in last month's Cole Hamels deal with Texas, was the 13th different starting pitcher used by the club in this season of change.He was also the 5th of those to take the hill with their rookie status intact, … Continue reading Jerad Eickhoff stars in his MLB debut
Chase Utley traded to LA Dodgers
Following Wednesday night's victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, longtime Phillies fan favorite Chase Utley walked off the field at Citizens Bank Park for what would turn out to be the final time wearing red pinstripes.Utley tipped his cap to the crowd as he stepped into the dugout, acknowledging the applause, cheers, and even a few tears … Continue reading Chase Utley traded to LA Dodgers
And then there were two
They are the "Core Five" of the Philadelphia Phillies run of five consecutive division titles, and the 2008 World Series championship: Ryan Howard, Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins, Carlos Ruiz, and Cole Hamels.With this evening's revelations of a deal that will send Utley home to southern California for a reunion with JRoll in the LA Dodgers infield, and the recent trade … Continue reading And then there were two
Chase Utley’s place in Phillies history
As rumors and speculation begin to grow louder and more credible as each day passes, many fans of Philadelphia Phillies iconic 2nd baseman Chase Utley have had to begin coming to grips with the possibility of his actually leaving the team, and appearing in another MLB uniform.The hot speculation surrounds the defending World Series champion San Francisco Giants, … Continue reading Chase Utley’s place in Phillies history
Ben Revere Goes to the Blue Jays at Deadline
As the MLB non-waiver trade deadline arrived yesterday afternoon, the Phillies had one more deal completed, sending outfielder Ben Revere to the Toronto Blue Jays for a pair of pitching prospects.The Revere trade was the final in a series of moves this week that saw the team say goodbye to Cole Hamels, Jake Diekman, and Jonathan Papelbon earlier. The three deals ultimately … Continue reading Ben Revere Goes to the Blue Jays at Deadline
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