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Phillies 2017: Who leads in the clubhouse?

It’s a question that, for a few years now, has had no legitimate answer: who is the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse leader? Or which players comprise the leadership group?Past generations would have answered that question with names such as Pete Rose, Larry Bowa, Darren Daulton, and Jimmy Rollins. Players who excelled on the field. Players who were willing to stand up … Continue reading Phillies 2017: Who leads in the clubhouse?

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Phillies 2017 corner outfield: Talented kids vs mediocre veterans

The Philadelphia Phillies opened spring training this week to begin what should prove to be an extremely interesting 2017 season.The team has suffered through five consecutive non-winning seasons on the field. The front office has now completely turned over the roster of players from their previous winning era.It is clear to every true Phillies fan, as well … Continue reading Phillies 2017 corner outfield: Talented kids vs mediocre veterans

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Phillies 2017: Club missing a bullpen opportunity

On the first day of workouts for Philadelphia Phillies pitchers and catchers, manager Pete Mackanin took the opportunity to make a public announcement regarding his bullpen.The substance of that announcement is, for me, a sign that this may not be the man to lead this team into contending status.“When you look at Jeanmar Gomez’s year last year, although … Continue reading Phillies 2017: Club missing a bullpen opportunity

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Phillies Rebuild Now Largely Completed

The Philadelphia Phillies have suffered through five consecutive non-winning seasons. The last time that the club fielded a winner was with the franchise record 102 victories of the 2011 campaign. Phillies leadership spent much of the last three years turning the final pages from the previous championship era. With the trade of Carlos Ruiz and the buyout of Ryan Howard‘s … Continue reading Phillies Rebuild Now Largely Completed