Former superstar Ryan Howard appears to be on his way outWith the Jimmy Rollins trade to the Los Angeles Dodgers a fait accompli, waiting only on the exact particulars of a return price, Ruben Amaro took to a local radio station on Friday afternoon and related a conversation that he had with Ryan Howard.“I told … Continue reading Amaro: Phillies better off without Howard
Byrd remains Phils elder statesman
Numerous rumors surround the Phillies oldest playerAt various times in recent weeks, trade rumors involving the Chicago Cubs, Baltimore Orioles and other teams have swirled, but for now, Marlon Byrd remains the Philadelphia Phillies elder statesman on a roster still full of them.Even with the trade of Jimmy Rollins to the Los Angeles Dodgers (still … Continue reading Byrd remains Phils elder statesman
Phillies ghosts of Christmas past
As Christmas approaches, the talk around the Philadelphia Phillies is not very festive. What a difference from Christmas in the not-so-distant past, when the club was signing Cliff Lee, trading for Roy Halladay, and generally adding to a contender.If they can, Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr, with the blessing of president Pat Gillick, of course, … Continue reading Phillies ghosts of Christmas past
Phillies real problem is Pat Gillick
Phillies President Pat Gillick must answer for failuresWhat is the real problem with the Philadelphia Phillies as a baseball organization? Is it the players? Is it Pat Gillick, Ruben Amaro, both? Is the scouting department to blame? The developmental personnel?There is a narrative that many have kicked around, including the Phillies ball club itself. The … Continue reading Phillies real problem is Pat Gillick
Franco, Asche to be 2015 Phillies keys
Maikel Franco (L), Cody Asche (R) will be key 2015 PhilliesWith the Phillies in full rebuild mode, even if a few of the old veterans remain on the roster into the 2015 season one thing appears clear. The team intends to get both Maikel Franco and Cody Asche plenty of playing time.Since both players came … Continue reading Franco, Asche to be 2015 Phillies keys
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