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Happy Memories of 2009 - Champs get their bling and a win
We all have fond memories of the 2009 baseball season for our Phillies. Over the next few days I will be sharing some of my fondest memories of the season. We all have our own moments that stand out and many of us will share the same fond memories. Feel free to share yours in the comments...
Who Is This Franchise We're Rooting For?
August 21, 2009 by
The Good Phight
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One of my first baseball memories is of the Phillies' 1980 World Series season. I remember going to a few games, although I think I've mixed...
GM'll Fix It
May 13, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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The name of this website is We Should Be GM’s, so I’m going to play GM today and fix some of the Phillies problems.1st- release Miguel Cairo. We’ll quickly find out he’s unwanted by the other 29 MLB teams, much like the unemployed Geoff Jenkins. I’m confident/comfortable...
Other Stuff in Other Places
I've been pretty much on mute over here since posting the Nolasco stuff. Tending to some other gardens ... so today's post is about me and what I've been up to. My narcissism will return to its subtle state next time...This week for the Hardball Times I've paid homage...
Star players still missing from rosters
April 17, 2009 by
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It’s hard to believe that regular season baseball has been played for two weeks and we haven’t heard the names Frank Catalanotto, Pedro Martinez, Geoff Jenkins, Ray Durham, Richie Sexson, Wily Mo Pena, Dave Roberts, Jim Edmonds, or Frank Thomas.
Only three players listed...
Video: Phillies Get Their World Series Rings
April 08, 2009 by
All Things Philly Sports
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The Philadelphia Phillies received their World Series championship bling Wednesday, a 14-karat white gold ring featuring 103 diamonds. Led by a motorcycle police escort, the rings arrived in a white van that circled around the warning track. Former general manager Pat Gillick, who...
Reds Discussing Jenkins, Catalanotto
April 06, 2009 by
Eli's MLB Rumors
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John Fay of the Cincinatti Enquirer is reporting that the Reds are having internal discussions about possibly adding Geoff Jenkins or Frank Catalanotto. Either player would provide the veteran presence they need in the clubhouse and on the field. The roster won't be set till...
Head-Scratchers: Why did the Phillies...
April 04, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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3 lefties in the pen? I understand Scott Eyre, but why Jack Taschner and JA Happ? Why not add Gary Majewski or Mike Koplove until JC Romero's return? Why release Geoff Jenkins? Is the combo of Matt Stairs and Miguel Cairo really going to outproduce what Jenkins could have provided...
Should The Mets Have Eaten Some Contracts
April 01, 2009 by
Mets Merized Online
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By now you've all heard about the release of prominent players like Gary Sheffield of the Tigers and Geoff Jenkins of the Phillies.
I find it amazing that even in the current economic climate, the Phillies had no problem with eating the remaining $8 million dollars of Jenkins&...
Opinion: In Outfield, Don’t Make Same Mistake Twice
April 01, 2009 by
Phillies Nation
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The news came in swift yesterday: Jenkins out. Sheffield in?
Right now no further moves have been made, but Geoff Jenkins is no longer a Phillie. (...)
Jenkins Out, Park In
April 01, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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Phils Release JenkinsThe Phils wasted a lot of money on Geoff Jenkins, but unlike other wasted signing Adam Eaton, I'm sorry to see Jenkins go. It's amazing what a World Championship will do for a perspective...Anyways, here is my concern with letting Jenkins and his $8 million...
Gary Sheffield Released, Chipper Jones Extended
March 31, 2009 by
Biz of Baseball
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Tigers Dump Sheffield The Detroit Tigers released Gary Sheffield today, according to ESPN.com. The 40-year-old outfielder was one home-run shy of the 500 plateau, placing him in an historic group which includes Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Barry Bonds, Frank Robinson, Reggie Jackson, and...
Phillies Release Jenkins
March 31, 2009 by
Eli's MLB Rumors
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The Phillies have parted ways with outfielder Geoff Jenkins, FOXSports.com is reporting. Jenkins, 31, hit .246 with 9 HR in 115 games last season, and is hitting .250 with 1 HR in 44 at-bats this spring. Releasing Jenkins clears up some space in the outfield for the Phillies, who will...
Phillies Roster News Coming Phast and Phurious
March 31, 2009 by
Balls, Sticks & Stuff
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As of 5:33 PM on Tuesday, here's what we know thanks to the local beat writers: The Phillies have released Geoff Jenkins. This means that any team can pick him up for the league minumum of $400,000. Whether this happens or not, the Phillies are still on the hook for the...
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Park named fifth starter
March 31, 2009 by
Hot Stove Philly
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After announcing the release of Geoff Jenkins, the Phillies have named Chan Ho Park as their fifth starter. GM Ruben Amaro Jr. indicated that J.A. Happ will compete for one of two bullpen spots with three other relievers, but he will most likely end up in AAA. The Phillies want him...
Park named fifth starter
March 31, 2009 by
Hot Stove Philly
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It’s been a busy day for the Phillies. Soon after announcing that they released outfielder Geoff Jenkins, the reigning World Series Champions announced that pitcher Chan Ho Park has been named as the team’s fifth starter.
GM Ruben Amaro Jr. said earlier that J.A. Happ,...
Phillies Rumors: Jenkins released, Sheffield an option?
March 31, 2009 by
The Recliner GM
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The Phillies released Geoff Jenkins today, who, aside from his double in Game 5.2 of the World Series, was a complete bust.
This has already started rumors that the Phillies might look to replace him with recently released Gary Sheffield. Sheffield would provide a right handed bat...
Geoff Jenkins released, Phillies pursuing Sheffield?
March 31, 2009 by
All Things Philly Sports
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In an effort to make room for Matt Stairs, or to possibly acquire another right handed bat, the Phillies have released outfielder Geoff Jenkins. Jenkins spent one year with the Phils and hit .246 with 9 homers. He was signed last offseason with the thought that he would be a solid...
Breaking News: Phillies Release Jenkins
March 31, 2009 by
Phillies Nation
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Todd Zolecki reports the Phillies have released outfielder Geoff Jenkins.
There is speculation the Phils might be interested in Gary Sheffield.
More to come.
Phillies release Jenkins, perhaps intersted in Sheffield
March 31, 2009 by
Hot Stove Philly
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The Phillies have released outfielder Geoff Jenkins.
“Anytime you get released it’s obviously a surprise,” said Jenkins. “I think it’s just something that we talked about. I don’t know if I foreshadowed this scenario happening, but I knew there were...
Jenkins Released By Phils
He'll still get his ring, but he won't be a Phillie when the team has its ceremony at Citizens Bank Park. Todd Zolecki reports that Geoff Jenkins has been released by the Phillies, who are set to open their season this Sunday night. 

After getting off to...
Phillies release Jenkins, perhaps intersted in Sheffield
March 31, 2009 by
Hot Stove Philly
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The Phillies have released outfielder Geoff Jenkins. The move comes as a bit of a shock, and there are no details surrounding the release. However, it was also announced today that the Detroit Tigers have released right-hander Gary Sheffield....
Cairo Primed for Bench Spot
March 30, 2009 by
Hot Stove Philly
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Today was a big cut day for the Phillies. Aside from giving second baseman Marcus Giles his release, the Phillies sent pitcher Carlos Carrasco and outfielder John Mayberry Jr. to minor league camp.
Phillies release Giles, cut Mayberry, Carrasco, 3 others
March 30, 2009 by
All Things Philly Sports
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The Phillies continued trimming down their roster in preparation of Sunday's opener and things are shaping up just as I have predicted. Marcus Giles, who signed with the club in the offseason with the hopes of playing second base until Chase Utley was healthy, was released, likely...
Bruntlett's quirky spring; tracking a bullpen subplot
March 29, 2009 by
Beerleaguer
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Sunday stat summary: There's an Eric Bruntlett story every spring. The versatile utilityman is hitting .339 after 64 at bats. Here's a quick look at some other numbers worth tracking, particularly in the 'pen. Jayson Werth and Ryan Howard are slugging over .700. Raul Ibanez...
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