They are heroes, icons to a generation of Phillies fans who grew up on the team in the last decade when it moved from the concrete behemoth that was Veteran’s Stadium into the gorgeous ballpark that is Citizens Bank Park.They are the last remnants of the 2008 World Series champion team: Cole Hamels, Carlos Ruiz, … Continue reading Time running out on 2008 Phillies champs
Remembering Doc’s no-no on anniversary of perfection
Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'GvEdGGDaSOVuIKb1UpRLKw',sig:'v3hg7saH0vm9H_qGIxjSyB5r8rabs_bEXYKMrIOg6r4=',w:'594px',h:'396px',items:'104946695',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })});//embed-cdn.gettyimages.com/widgets.jsHalladay and Ruiz embrace after final out of playoff no-hitterFor Phillies fans, it was not that long ago that our team was at the top of the National League, with the best starting rotation in baseball leading the way.Three years ago on this date the Fightins were in … Continue reading Remembering Doc’s no-no on anniversary of perfection
The Andy Reid era
Another NFL season has now finally come to an end with my hometown Philadelphia Eagles failing to win the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history. That's 0-46 if you're counting at home.To listen to some fans around these parts, you would think that Andy Reid has been the head coach for all … Continue reading The Andy Reid era
Thankful For a Game?
It's Thanksgiving Day here in America, the fourth Thursday in November. It's a day where we give thanks to our God and spend time with the family and friends with whom he has blessed our lives. The day usually includes a traditional meal of turkey, stuffing, vegetables, pies, and other foods and treats. It also … Continue reading Thankful For a Game?
1980: Not a kid anymore
All this year at my Facebook page, which you can view from the link in the sidebar here at my website by joining up yourself and 'friend'-ing me, I am taking a daily trip back in time to the 1980's. Each month I am highlighting a different year chronologically, and this month have been featuring … Continue reading 1980: Not a kid anymore
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