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Philadelphia Phillies storyline: core value

Cliff Lee selected the Philadelphia Phillies for another reason besides the ones he stated. Jonathan Papelbon felt the same way and Doc Halladay desired a trade here. What they notice and understand is normal to them, and they think everybody sees their obvious. TAL'S HANDY CAPS NITECAP INSIGHT Centerpiece Update:  Philadelphia Phillies storyline: tomorrow’s guarantee ...
Via isportsweb.com  |  1 hour ago

The Ups, Downs and All Around of Hunter Pence

This season has been quite a roller coaster ride for Hunter Pence. And Tuesday’s extra inning win over his old team, the Astros, was a microcosm of his year so far. Ups - Pence gave the Phillies a 3-0 lead in the 6th inning with a solo home run to right field. It was the first time in a long time he got ahead of pitch and sent it the other way. Brian Schneider had a 2-run homer...
Via MyTeamRivals.com  |  2 hours ago

Jake Diekman Could Signal A Bright Future for Phillies’ Bullpen

Jake Diekman was impressive in his Major League Debut as he picked up the win for the Phillies. Diekman could be a key piece for the future of the Phillies' bullpen. It was the same old story for Cliff Lee. Eight innings of one run baseball and this team still couldn’t get him the win. It seems as though this starting rotation is completely snakebitten and unable to get...
Via Philly Sports World  |  3 hours ago

If Cole Hamels Wants a Seven Year Deal, Cole Hamels Should Get a Seven Year Deal

The Philadelphia Phillies have a major decision to make regarding Cole Hamels and his impending free agency status. Reports surfaced recently that Hamels wants a seven year deal, one that would keep him in Philadelphia through the 2018 season. Hamels has been nothing but tremendous for the Phillies since he debuted in 2006. He is still just 28 years old, he has no significant injury...
Via Rant Sports  |  11 hours ago

Is Vance Worley DL Bound?

Phillies Starter Vance Worley is 4-3 with a 3.07 ERA, but is battling a sore elbow and will not make his start tomorrow. With the Phillies winning their season-high 3rd straight game came the news that Vance Worley will be unable to make his scheduled start tomorrow. Worley is suffering from elbow soreness and has been “scratched” from the start. Worley is 4-3 this season...
Via Philly Sports World  |  14 hours ago

Phillies Walk Off On Pence Home Run

Hunter Pence redeems himself with walk-off home run to power Phillies to 4-3 win in 10. Phillies vs. Astros 5/15/12 Quick Hits: Coming into today's game, Cliff Lee had not pitched a winning decision since September 26, 2011. Unfortunately, he will have to wait until his next scheduled start to break that streak. Despite coming out of the game after 8 innings with a 3-1 lead...
Via Buzz On Broad  |  16 hours ago

Win Streak, Worley Hurt, Diekman Debut, Lee Can't Win, Pence Goes Deep, Last Place & Catching Duo

*Today's win marked the Phillies first 3-game winning streak of the 2012 season and first extra inning win. Yeah, it's been that bad.*Vance Worley will miss tomorrow's start in Chicago with elbow soreness. Yeah, more Kyle Kendrick!*Jacob Diekman got the W in his MLB debut. 3 K's in 1.1 IP with no hits or walks. Hell, he should be the new 8th inning setup man. ...
Via We Should Be GM's  |  16 hours ago

Are The Phillies Misusing Jonathan Papelbon?

Jonathan Papelbon has been sharp in his debut season with the Phillies thus far. He has allowed just four runs in his first 15 innings of work (2.40 ERA) and continues to blow away hitters, notching 18 strikeouts already. He was unavailable Monday afternoon, though — after throwing the past three nights consecutively, including with a four-run lead in Sunday’s game (...
Via Fangraphs  |  16 hours ago
NEW HOME

Papelbon embraces Philly over Boston

Jonathan Papelbon is already embracing his new city, Philadelphia, over his old one, Boston. The closer is already adapting.

Via NESN.com  |  16 hours ago

Phillies Win on Pence Walk-Off in 10th

Lee was stellar. Others were not. (AP)What a weird one. Hunter Pence hits a game-winning solo home run in the bottom of the 10th inning, his second home run of the game in the Phillies 4-3 win. It’s the Phillies first three-game winning streak of the season.ANOTHER ONE BLOWN-Man, this is getting old. Chad Qualls gave up two runs in the ninth inning, his fourth blown save of...
Via Phillies Nation  |  17 hours ago

Report: Cole Hamels Asking for Seven-Year Extension From Phillies

Cole Hamels is widely considered to be the best pitcher hitting the free agent market this offseason. That is, of course, if he doesn't re-sign with the Phillies first. The Philadelphia starter 's agent is reportedly asking the team for a seven-year deal, according to NBC Philadelphia's Howard Eskin. Hamels, 28, is 5-1 with a 2.28 ERA to start the season, and would likely...
Via NESN.com  |  20 hours ago

If they become sellers... Philadelphia Phillies

It is never too early to start talking about the trade deadline, especially when we can talk about would-be contenders that might unexpectedly end up being sellers rather than buyers at the deadline. Over the next few weeks, we'll be taking a look at many of these such teams, and there is a surprisingly large amount, and what exactly they might be looking to sell if they don...
Via The Outside Corner  |  23 hours ago
PAY THE MAN!

Hamels looking for seven-year deal

Cole Hamels is set to become an unrestricted free agent after the season, and he's let Philly (and every other team) know just what type of deal he will be seeking. 

Via My Sports Rumors  |  1 day ago

2013 Phillies Could See Hamels, Victorino gone

Why worry about next year when the Phillies are mired in last place at 16-19, six games behind Atlanta? Because of the core. You, know: The Ryan Howard, Chase Utley, Jimmy Rollins, Cole Hamels, core. We all knew that age would crack the core of the Phillies, but now money is rearing its ugly head. Cole Hamels is a gamer. Anybody who knows anything about baseball knows that the pitcher...
Via MyTeamRivals.com  |  2 days ago

Phillies Trade Options Are Limited

A lot of people have been suggesting the Phillies make a trade of some kind to infuse their struggling offense or to bolster their bullpen. It seems reasonable enough, but it started me thinking. Who exactly can the Phillies trade and what could they expect in return? The Phillies have very few commodities in terms of major league baseball. They have a number of blue chip players...
Via Philly Sports World  |  2 days ago
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