Wait, am I seriously going to suggest that as this year's MLB trade deadline approaches, some team could actually use Ryan Howard? At least, enough that they would actually give the Phillies anything of any value in return for him?That is exactly what I am going to suggest. Of course, with a player like Howard, and a … Continue reading MLB trade deadline: Who needs Ryan Howard?
Cole Hamels no-hit Heaven
On a perfect midsummer Saturday afternoon in the friendly confines of venerable Wrigley Field in Chicago, Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels tossed the 13th no-hitter in the history of the franchise, beating the hosts 5-0.Hamels was coming off the worst back-to-back starts in his glorious career, and there were many questions about the ace lefty coming into … Continue reading Cole Hamels no-hit Heaven
Fightin’ Phils Battle ALS
The Philadelphia Phillies bill their annual "Phillies Phestival" as a "fun-filled autograph and auction party for all ages", and this year's event will take place this evening at Citizens Bank Park on what is an open date in the Phils MLB schedule.The goal of the Phestival is to raise funds to help battle the devastating, … Continue reading Fightin’ Phils Battle ALS
What fans seem to have forgotten about Ryan Howard
There are quite a few fans in the Philadelphia area who seem to have forgotten just how great Ryan Howard was to the Phillies in the last decade. Or, if they do remember, simply don't realize or remember some of the details.Let's take a couple of minutes to remember.First, the on-field accomplishments. Ryan Howard was the 2005 … Continue reading What fans seem to have forgotten about Ryan Howard
Ryan Howard still the Phillies’ Big Piece
In his "Zo Zone" blog posting today, Philadelphia Phillies insider for MLB.com Todd Zolecki reported that manager Ryne Sandberg still considers Ryan Howard his starting 1st baseman entering spring training.Zolecki quoted the Phils skipper: “Right now, unless he gets unseated, he’s the first baseman. He needs to prepare himself to be the best first baseman he can be.”The manager reportedly spoke with … Continue reading Ryan Howard still the Phillies’ Big Piece
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