This afternoon at 1:05pm, the Philadelphia Phillies are scheduled to play hosts to the Minnesota Twins at Bright House Field in Clearwater, Florida.That might normally not be a matchup to elicit a great deal of interest outside of the two organizations, or their most hardened fans. But thanks to a couple of Baseball Hall of Famers, … Continue reading Ryne Sandberg and Paul Molitor to make history
Jon Heyman pulls a Slapshot on Cole Hamels
MLB "insider" Jon Heyman has once again hopped aboard the Cole Hamels Trade Rumors Hysteria Train, reporting today that "the Rangers and Phillies continue to remain in contact regarding star left-hander Cole Hamels."As usual with these bi-monthly "Hamels to..." pieces offered by one reporter or another, the substance behind Heyman's piece today is supported by information provided … Continue reading Jon Heyman pulls a Slapshot on Cole Hamels
“Pat the Bat” now Pat the Wall of Famer
During his playing career, Pat Burrell had the nickname 'Pat the Bat' hung on him. Now the man who played 9 seasons in the City of Brotherly Love and became one of the most popular ball players in club history despite often being perceived as a disappointment has another title: Phillies Wall of Famer.On July 31st, Burrell will be … Continue reading “Pat the Bat” now Pat the Wall of Famer
Ryne’s hope
There is no individual in a Phillies uniform more directly invested in a turning of the page from the 'Glory Years' of the previous decade to a new beginning for the franchise than manager Ryne Sandberg.Hired to replace Charlie Manuel, who himself had gone from a hick country buffoon in the eyes of many fans to the beloved … Continue reading Ryne’s hope
Chase Utley fighting Father Time
Over the past two seasons at ages 34 and 35, Chase Utley has effectively managed the bad knees that threatened to end his tremendous career prematurely. Moving into 2015 at age 36, there remains an issue that he will find even more difficult to manage, a looming showdown with Father Time.After losing the first month and a half of the 2011 season, … Continue reading Chase Utley fighting Father Time
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