Thank you, Philadelphia Phillies !

Pat Burrell leads the Phillies victory parade down Broad Street towards Citizens Bank Park on Halloween   This blog of mine has taken a break from talking about politics, religion, and culture for over a week now while my beloved Philadelphia Phillies were playing in and winning the World Series. Now, the victory parade is … Continue reading Thank you, Philadelphia Phillies !

Three thrilling innings

Manuel holds the World Series trophy in the victorious Philadelphia Phillies locker room at Citizens Bank Park   Unable to get into Citizen's Bank Park at anything close to resembling a reasonable price, my wife, Debbie Veasey, and I ultimately decided to hunker down in the comfort and warmth of our family room to watch … Continue reading Three thrilling innings

The Philadelphia championship dream delayed, or drowned?

Pedro Feliz and Jimmy Rollins try to battle the Rays and in elements on a rain-soaked infield   It all started so well. Game 5 of the World Series began last night with Philadelphia Phillies ace Cole Hamels mowing the Tampa Bay Rays down in order and in easy fashion in the top of the first. … Continue reading The Philadelphia championship dream delayed, or drowned?

Joe Blanton Night at the 2008 World Series

  When most big-league clubs send their number four starting pitcher to the mound, about the best they hope for is that the hurler keeps them in the game and gives the offense a chance to win. Seldom do they expect a gem, and even more seldom do they either expect or receive any kind … Continue reading Joe Blanton Night at the 2008 World Series

1915 World Series: Phillies vs. Red Sox

  A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...well sort of, the Philadelphia Phillies appeared in the World Series during the early part of the 20th century. The Phillies lost the 1915 World Series to the Boston Red Sox and legendary outfielder Tris Speaker by 4 games to 1, marking the second straight … Continue reading 1915 World Series: Phillies vs. Red Sox