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Tonight marked the seventh annual Arizona Fall League Rising Stars Game in the twenty year history of the AFL. Throughout the years, this event has featured a plethora of sluggers, Hall of Fame pitchers, and even a few current Phillies, Ryan Howard and Roy Halladay. This year, the Phillies showcased two of their top prospects, […]
A Ryan Madson return? It's on Andrew's Wish List As you have probably noticed, the Phillies struggled in a couple different categories this season, struggles they hadn't faced in some time (bullpen, defense, intense NATITUDE). This year's free agency class is not exactly what fans want to see, but a closer look reveals a plethora […]
Alright, the hotstove is starting and it's just as expected. According to CBS Sports' Danny Knobler, the Atlanta Braves are "intrigued" by Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton. Hamilton is suspected to go into free agency this offseason and the first fish seems to be biting. With Chipper Jones' retirement and Michael Bourn most likely to sign with […]
Following Ryne Sandberg's promotion to Philadelphia to serve as third base coach, the Phillies announce the hiring of Dave Brundage as manager of the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. Brundage, a career minor leaguer, spent half his playing days in the Phillies' system. He's been manging since 1995, including a six year stint with the Braves […]
I hate writing about this, but it's Hunter Pence and he deserves to be recognized for this achievement – even if he didn't contribute that much until the actual World Series. The Giants held their World Series Championship parade today in downtown San Francisco. Millions turned out to see the second parade in three years […]
Alright guys, it's two days into the offseason and I'm already going through baseball withdrawl. The offseason is the time to make moves that teams couldn't make during the season. Acquisitions will be easier as free agents are the prominent target for teams. Although trades can take place as well, I'll be looking at my […]
And so the hot stove season begins. I usually spend it reading books, watching movies, and old games to feed my rather ridiculous addiction to the great sport of baseball. It's also a time to discuss signings and possible trades. So let's look at my rather controversial shopping list. 1. Melky Cabrera Let me start […]
Photo: Philliedelphia/Lindsey Crew The Phillies made another offseason move this morning. The club decided to pick up catcher Carlos Ruiz's club option worth $5 million. As MLB's Todd Zolecki worded it, there is "no surprise here". The 33 year-old catcher, who will turn 34 before the 2013 campaign starts, is coming off of a career-year […]
This afternoon, the Minnesota Twins declined the $6 million club-option for right-handed relief pitcher Matt Capps (2012: 1-4, 3.68 ERA). Capps spent time on the DL twice this season due to right shoulder inflammation while recording 14 saves in 15 opportunities in 30 games in 2012. Over his eight-year career, Capps has recorded 138 career saves. His […]
(Photo: Phillies.com) If you're tired of the offseason already, you have just four months to wait for the Phillies to get back in action. This afternoon the Phillies released their 2013 Spring Training schedule. Pitchers and catchers will report to Clearwater on February 12th, while the first full-squad workout will take place on February 15th. […]
