Jake Thompson dealt by Phillies to Milwaukee Brewers

Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'aXtj8SabTANzALlM-lzL5w',sig:'5sMm5IsedsRN2_zMIe-qScHD-eq3Qu_kWWM5WkLJlaY=',w:'594px',h:'441px',items:'858741362',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});//embed-cdn.gettyimages.com/widgets.jsJake Thompson dealt from Phillies to Milwaukee BrewersThe Philadelphia Phillies “traded” pitcher Jake Thompson to the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday. In exchange the Phillies received…cash. Not an intriguing prospect named “Cash”, just plain cash, as in money.In effect, the Phillies sold Thompson to a National League Wildcard playoff rival. There is … Continue reading Jake Thompson dealt by Phillies to Milwaukee Brewers

Phillies bring Hector Neris back to their bullpen mix

Former closer Neris returns to the Phillies bullpen mixThe Philadelphia Phillies made an interesting roster move on Tuesday afternoon in preparation for their two-game series with the Boston Red Sox at Citizens Bank Park.Hector Neris, who began the season as the Phillies closer, was recalled from the AAA Lehigh Valley IronPigs. Sent down was infielder J.P. … Continue reading Phillies bring Hector Neris back to their bullpen mix

Young star Rhys Hoskins needs to emerge quickly from recent slump

Hoskins has disappeared over the last two weeksHe wasn’t selected to play in the actual MLB All-Star Game this year. But as one of baseball’s most exciting young sluggers, Phillies left fielder Rhys Hoskins was invited to participate in the Home Run Derby the day prior to that game at Nationals Park.Hoskins put on a strong showing, beating top-seeded Jesus … Continue reading Young star Rhys Hoskins needs to emerge quickly from recent slump

Phillies management will face tough choices in fixing lineup and roster issues

Phillies offense and defense have been poor in 2018The Philadelphia Phillies are showing signs that the offensive and defensive struggles which have plagued the team all season may finally be ready to derail hopes for an unexpected 2018 playoff berth.Friday night’s 2-0 shutout at the hands of the NL West cellar-dwelling San Diego Padres served to … Continue reading Phillies management will face tough choices in fixing lineup and roster issues

Swept by Padres a year ago, Phillies return to Petco Park in first place

Host Padres swept the Phillies a year ago at this timeThe Philadelphia Phillies will open a three-game weekend series with the San Diego Padres on Friday night. It will be important for them to recall what happened on their last visit to Petco Park last August and ensure that the same results do not repeat.A year … Continue reading Swept by Padres a year ago, Phillies return to Petco Park in first place