The Philadelphia Phillies met the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2008 World Series, and the crucial Game Four took place at Citizens Bank Park in South Philly.In the 2008 Fall Classic, the Philadelphia Phillies had scratched out a walk-off victory in Game Three at home to take a 2-1 lead over the visiting Tampa Bay Rays, setting the … Continue reading Phillies Fall Classics XI: 2008 World Series Game Four
Philadelphia Phillies 2016 Grades: Infielders
When the 2016 season opened there were many question marks across the infield, with 3rd baseman Maikel Franco the only player who seemed a reliable source of production.But as the season unfolded, the infielders mostly answered those questions in a positive fashion. In fact, Franco may have been the most disappointing player among the regular performers.Back in spring … Continue reading Philadelphia Phillies 2016 Grades: Infielders
Phillies closing August in poor shape
Following Tuesday night's 3-2 defeat at the hands of the NL East rival Washington Nationals, the Phillies have played the schedule to a 12-13 record during the month of August.While that might now seem like too bad a mark, a look at the club's recent play and some of the mitigating circumstances shows that they … Continue reading Phillies closing August in poor shape
Reunion with Chase not so grand for Phillies
It is very seldom that an actual Major League Baseball game takes a backseat to some event unfolding within the context of that game, but such was the case on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.A mid-week crowd of more than 28,000 were in attendance, and the odds are that the majority were there for … Continue reading Reunion with Chase not so grand for Phillies
Phillies Trade Chips: Ryan Howard and Carlos Ruiz
Over the next couple of days, I'll be taking a look at some of the various Phillies players who I believe stand the best chance of being moved by the club before the MLB non-waiver trade deadline of August 1st, or some time after that point after clearing waivers.A pair of players who I believe … Continue reading Phillies Trade Chips: Ryan Howard and Carlos Ruiz
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