The Philadelphia Phillies will take on the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday afternoon in Dunedin, Florida.Manager Pete Mackanin‘s announced starting lineup for the second Grapefruit League game could give Phillies fans an exciting peak at the team’s highly acclaimed rebuilding program.Unfortunately for those fans, the vast majority will not get a chance to see that lineup. The … Continue reading Sneak peak at Phillies future in today’s Grapefruit League game
Ryan Howard holds spring training press conference
The Philadelphia Phillies longtime first baseman delivered what is likely to be his final spring training press conference this afternoon.On a beautiful afternoon in Clearwater, Florida on which the temperatures rose to a warm and comfortable 78 degrees, rains fell in Philly and the temperatures barely reached to the 40 mark.The beat reporters and broadcasters covering … Continue reading Ryan Howard holds spring training press conference
Jerad Eickhoff potential injury ramifications
The Philadelphia Phillies pitchers and catchers just reported to spring training, and already there are questions regarding a member of the starting rotation.At last season’s trade deadline, the Phillies sent veteran starting pitcher Cole Hamels and hard-throwing lefty reliever Jake Diekman to the Texas Rangers. In return the Phils received a 6-player package that included a number of top … Continue reading Jerad Eickhoff potential injury ramifications
Phillies 2016 spring roster primer
The Philadelphia Phillies pitchers and catchers are reporting to Bright House Field today for the start of 2016 Spring Training in Florda.After a long winter of rest for most, recuperation for some, the hurlers and backstops were scheduled to check-in at Bright House Field on Wednesday. Workouts are scheduled to begin on Thursday, though some informal work has … Continue reading Phillies 2016 spring roster primer
Phillies announce 2016 spring training guest instructors
The Philadelphia Phillies have invited a group of former big leaguers to participate in spring training as guest instructors.Continuing a decades-long tradition, the club has decided to bring in seven alumni during the course of 2016 spring training and the Grapefruit League season.This year’s group will feature:Mike Schmidt – the greatest player in Phillies franchise history and … Continue reading Phillies announce 2016 spring training guest instructors
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