Writer: Brandon Apter
While Jesse Biddle was busy throwing five no-hit innings in Clearwater last night, Aaron Nola was making his debut with Double-A Reading as they hosted the Washington Nationals Double-A affiliate, the Harrisburg Senators. Nola finished strong in Clearwater, tossing 10 innings in his final two starts, giving up two runs while striking out 12. Overall, […]
#174019828 / gettyimages.com The Phillies put the Astros to bed with an offensive explosion. Last night, the focus was probably moreso on some pitching prospects on the farm. Phillies #4 prospect, Jesse Biddle made his return to the mound yesterday for Clearwater after a nearly 1 1/2 month hiatus. Biddle was out of commission […]
#494334155 / gettyimages.com The Phillies (50-63) and Astros (47-66) began their series last night as the Phils faithful, or what is remaining of it, got to see Jonathan Singleton in action for the first time. The once prized Phillies farmhand has been playing full-time for the Astros and has shown plenty of raw power […]
#175019414 / gettyimages.com Phillies pitching prospect Jesse Biddle will make his return to affiliated baseball tonight for Clearwater as they take on the Daytona Cubs at Bright House Field. Jesse Biddle will start for single-A Clearwater tonight. First game with affiliated team since June 23. — Matt Gelb (@MattGelb) August 6, 2014 This news […]
#452226894 / gettyimages.com To no one's surprise, the Phillies have called upon David Buchanan to fill the spot in the rotation made vacant by the ailing Cliff Lee. Matt Gelb has reported that Buchanan was scratched from his latest Ironpigs start in preparation for a Wednesday start in Philadelphia against the Astros. No corresponding roster […]
#452994936 / gettyimages.com Welcome to Monday Night Mailbag. Throughout the day, Philliedelphia readers on facebook and twitter have been submitting their questions about the Phillies. It is a frustrating time to be a Phillies fan and there are likely a few more years of it to come. But, without further ado, let's get started. […]
Photo: The Zo Zone There has been a lot of focus on first-round pick, Aaron Nola. In the second round of this year's draft, the Phillies selected another pitcher, left-hander Matt Imhof. Imhof, known for his deceptive delivery, went 10-4 with a 2.45 ERA over 15 starts this past season with Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo. Obviously, […]
#167984700 / gettyimages.com The Phillies went into this season's draft with a goal to select players that could move quickly through their system. First-round pick Aaron Nola is doing just that. After starting in Clearwater, Nola is reportedly being promoted to Double-A Reading. #Phillies first round pick RHP Aaron Nola will be promoted from […]
#476758479 / gettyimages.com With Cliff Lee going on the disabled list, the Phillies recalled Cesar Jimenez from Triple-A. To fill Jimenez's spot on the IronPigs roster, the Phils promoted Cuban pitcher, Miguel Alfredo Gonzalez, to Triple-A. The Phillies have promoted Miguel Alfredo Gonzalez to Triple A. He has found success and health as reliever. […]
#452936138 / gettyimages.com Let's forget about the depression over no moves being made at the deadline for a minute and focus on a player that could, perhaps, be hitting his stride. We all know the issues Ben Revere has. He can't hit for power, is impatient at the plate and takes bad routes to […]
