The Phillies continued their rebuilding program today, as a New Year’s Eve trade sent veteran outfielder Marlon Byrd to the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for young righthanded pitching prospect Ben Lively.A deal involving Byrd heading to Cincy has been rumored for at least a week, but it was believed that talks between the two clubs had collapsed. This … Continue reading Ben Lively pickup For Phillies
Brett Myers: Backwoods Rebel
Brett Myers has released a 5-song country music EPFans of the Philadelphia Phillies remember Brett Myers as a key starting pitcher during the 2000’s, especially with the 2008 World Series champions, or as the closer for the 2007 NL East champions.But most fans of the team have likely lost contact with the sometimes controversial righthander … Continue reading Brett Myers: Backwoods Rebel
Face of the Phillies 2015
Chase has been Phils 'Face of the Franchise' last two yearsThe MLB Network is beginning the process of selecting its 3rd annual “Face of MLB” with the selection of each club’s “Face of the Franchise” nominee.By following certain hashtags on Twitter, fans do the selecting of which of their team’s stars will represent them in … Continue reading Face of the Phillies 2015
Chooch on the block
Carlos Ruiz is another veteran on the trade blocksA month from now, Carlos Ruiz, the beloved fan favorite Phillies catcher known as “Chooch”, will turn 36 years old. He is the least discussed member of the club’s ‘Glory Era’ aging stars in public trade talks. So, is Chooch on the trade block?Let’s first look at … Continue reading Chooch on the block
Cole Hamels turns 31 years old
Hamels remains in the prime years of his careerPhillies lefty ace Cole Hamels turns 31 years old today. He has pitched in the better part of 9 big league seasons now. He has never suffered any serious injury. In short, Cole Hamels is in his prime.Taken by the Phils with the 17th overall pick in … Continue reading Cole Hamels turns 31 years old
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