Philadelphia Phillies: The Light at the End of the Tunnel is Definitely a Train

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Philadelphia Phillies GM Rueben Amaro, Jr. might be wearing tinted glasses to lessen the glare of the bright light shining in his eyes. It’s coming from the proverbial train that is now roaring down the track and heading straight for him. He has no one to blame but himself. Over the past several years, he has [...]

No Surprise as Philadelphia Phillies’ Roy Halladay Goes on DL

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Take a long look at this photo of Philadelphia Phillies pitcher, Roy Halladay. It’s not likely you’ll see an image of him smiling and relaxed in a Phillies uniform for some time, if ever again. His days as a starting pitcher for the Phillies are as good as over. His no-surprise announcement that he has pain [...]

Philadelphia Phillies Upcoming Week Provides Significant Obstacles on West Coast

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In what should be a challenging road trip, the Philadelphia Phillies begin their West coast journey to the un-friendly “Panda” den of the San Francisco Giants. Following those three games, the Phils move onward for a four-game set against the Arizona Diamondbacks. AT&T Park is known for its breathtaking views and picturesque setting on the banks of the San Francisco Bay. [...]

Philadelphia Phillies: Drastic Roster Moves Should Be Made Soon

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Philadelphia Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon is fun to watch and an all-around interesting character. It’s never knowing what he’ll do or say next that makes him so engaging. But, he’s not here to entertain fans with his antics. He’s on the Phillies pitching staff to assure victories in games when the outcome is on the line. Most of [...]

Philadelphia Phillies Taking One Game at a Time Against Miami Marlins

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Philadelphia Phillies third base coach, Ryne Sandberg, almost forgot what it’s like to have base runners cross the hot corner on their way home. Against the Miami Marlins last night, Sandberg was pleasantly reminded of the fun it can be. Because the Marlins are the worst team in MLB, the travel past Sandberg should continue to [...]

Philadelphia Phillies: A Team Struggling to Find Themselves

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The Philadelphia Phillies can’t seem to figure out what’s going on. Even their meetings during pitcher transitions look awkward as if they don’t quite know what to say to each other. Words that describe their posturing include perplexed, apprehensive, reticent, stymied and tight-lipped. They almost imitate little leaguers who don’t know what they’re supposed to do [...]

Philadelphia Phillies Momentum Brought to a Thunderous Halt

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The only Philadelphia Phillies players who appeared to have warmed-up sufficiently Tuesday night against the Cleveland Indians were Delmon Young and Chase Utley. Both Young and Utley hit solo home runs, but the rest of the firepower on display at Progressive Field came from the Indians. It was an awesome exhibition of what it means to [...]

Philadelphia Phillies Look to Rock ‘n’ Roll Over the Cleveland Indians

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In less than five minutes, you can drive the one-plus mile from Progressive Field, home of the Cleveland Indians, to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame. Both are located in downtown Cleveland. If the Philadelphia Phillies continue their winning ways in this two-game series, there will be some rocking going on 400-plus miles to the [...]

Philadelphia Phillies Ace Cole Hamels is a Changed Man

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Sunday’s game against the New York Mets was similar to other games Philadelphia Phillies ace Cole Hamels has endured lately. However, unlike those outings, this time Hamels came across as a changed man. Besides a solo home run by Freddy Galvis in the fifth inning, the Phillies could not initially mount a sustained offensive threat. For [...]

Philadelphia Phillies: Darin Ruf Breaks Out of Early-Season Slump

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Based on Sunday’s game, Philadelphia Phillies outfield prospect Darin Ruf may be ready to break out of an early-season slump. Against the Louisville Bats, Ruf collected two home runs, two doubles, five RBIs and scored three runs. In one game, he raised his total bases from 24 to 36. Down on the Phillies Triple-A farm in [...]