The Philadelphia Phillies had just lost the World Series to the New York Yankees six weeks earlier. That six-game defeat came after the club had won the Fall Classic the previous season.General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. was presented with an interesting and exciting opportunity. Longtime ace pitcher Roy Halladay was being made available in trade by the Toronto Blue … Continue reading Anniversary of a controversial Phillies deal
Phillies Father’s Day Connections
To all of my fellow fathers out there, I would like to wish you a Happy Father's Day. In the history of the Phillies franchise, there have been a number of father-son combinations that have played in Major League Baseball.One that immediately springs to mind for many modern-day Phils fans would be former GM Ruben Amaro Jr, who played for … Continue reading Phillies Father’s Day Connections
Cliff Lee wants to play in 2016
The Philadelphia Phillies will not be reuniting with former rotation stalwart Cliff Lee.Despite recent pronouncements that he is interested in trying to continue his big league career, the former ace lefty is not going to get that opportunity with a rebuilding Phillies club next spring.CBS Sports baseball insider Jon Heyman has recently reported that Lee’s agent, Darek Braunecker, is seeking … Continue reading Cliff Lee wants to play in 2016
BREAKING: Ruben Amaro out as Phillies general manager
In a move only stunning due to its timing, happening within an hour of our publishing a piece here at TBOH calling for his not returning as the Phillies GM beyond this current season, the team has announced the firing of senior VP and general manager Ruben Amaro.Amaro rose from the Phillies' bat boy during their 1980 World … Continue reading BREAKING: Ruben Amaro out as Phillies general manager
Phillies need to break up their ‘old boy network’
His term as club president of the Philadelphia Phillies is drawing to a close, and on his own way out, aging Baseball Hall of Famer Pat Gillick continues to demonstrate the "old boy's network" mentality regarding the franchise front office that has soured so many fans.Gillick will always receive his just due around these parts for making the … Continue reading Phillies need to break up their ‘old boy network’
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