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Happy Veterans (Stadium) Day
Today is Veterans Day in the United States, a time to reflect, honor, and pay tribute to our nation's real heroes - those who have served in the military. While I appreciate all of the dedication and sacrifice those in the Marines, Army, Navy, and Coast Guard have shown, today...
THE NEW CURSE
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On May 15, 2004....I wrote this in my Blog:
WHY CARE ABOUT THE RED SOX??
You know, every year all we hear is about the "Curse Of The Bambino" and how sad the history of the Red Sox is. HBO even had a documentary about their "long suffering fans". To be...
This is not a revenge situation
The Phillies look to defend their first World Series crown in almost three decades and to do so they will first need to exhume one last ghost. After erasing the sting of the collapse of 1964 by twice coming back on the New York Mets, and then by capturing the first championship in...
Facebook Reactions Part II: Wedge Fired
October 02, 2009 by
The Tribe Daily
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Hello again... It's time for the second part of Facebook reactions to the Eric Wedge firing. If you were throughouly entertained by the yesterday's first part, today's will do the same, I hope. If you weren't, then you might as well just give up now.Here is part I.It...
The Other Ones: Phils Try to Win For More Than 8 Innings in Double-Header Against Mets
The Phillies have had a nice, season-long run of being the only game in town--aided of course by first-round playoff exits by the Sixers and Flyers--but now the jig is up. The Eagles are back in town, and until October rolls around to really give people a reason to pay attention ...
Today in Philly Sports History: Freddie Prinze Jr. Makes the Phils, 2001
The Phillies' bullpen in '01 might not have been lights out, precisely, but it was fairly effective. Lefty Rheal Cormier, up-and-comer Vicente Padilla, Jose Santiago and former 9th-inning man Ricky Bottalico all were decent or better at doing the setup work, and Jose Mesa...
Exploring the 1995 Indians Media Guide: Part 1: Pronunciation Guide (Page 313)
August 09, 2009 by
Mistake Sports
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I know what you're thinking: "What, more Mistake by the Lake content? How do these losers live their lives?" Well, what can I tell you? Truly, the amount of blogging we do has a direct, one-to-one correlation with how much we care about you, our loyal readers.Anyway,...
Philadelphia Phillies Favorites: Closers
August 03, 2009 by
Bleacher Report
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Closing is one of the most difficult jobs in sports.
They come into a tight game and try to end it to get the victory.
It’s usually only for one inning, but that inning could make or break a team.
Every since the save was introduced, baseball has changed...
Curse of the Marlins: How One Team Can Cause So Much Trouble
July 15, 2009 by
Bleacher Report
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Earlier today, I was thinking about how the Florida Marlins have often been at the center of fatal screwups for teams. Here is a list of a few of such screwups:
In 2007 and 2008, the Mets' playoff hopes were crushed on the last day of the season. In both years, the last team they...
Does Tonight Matter?
July 14, 2009 by
NY Baseball Digest
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Put me down as someone with a clear, intense rooting interest in the All Star game. I want the National League to win.
It has been 13 years since the National League triumphed over the American League, which is an eternity in baseball terms. How long ago? Roger Pavlik, Jose Mesa, Todd...
Baseball Brunch: Sometimes Relief Solution Is Closer Than It Appears
by Ed PriceFiled under: Astros, Braves, Cardinals, Mariners, Orioles, Padres, Phillies, Red Sox, White Sox, Yankees, MLB Injuries, MLB Inside Scoop, Baseball BrunchEvery Sunday, MLB FanHouse empties out its notebook in Baseball Brunch.A week ago Sunday night, Mariano Rivera earned...
Mariano Gets Save No. 500
Last night Mariano Rivera became the second player in MLB history to record 500 saves.Not only did he record a save, he actaully was allowed to bat in the eighth inning. In this at bat, he worked a walk with the bases loaded, giving him an RBI.Good day for the Sandman, Just for fun...
Oh Great, Lidge Is Back...
June 27, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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Brad Lidge and his mole came back last night. He gave up 2 runs on 2 hits and two walks and only got a single out. It's not looking good. Brad Lidge is so bad......How bad is he?Well, he's so bad, that:- Jose Mesa just bought a new red glove.- Lee Thomas now thinks Wayne Gomes...
Rockies Retro: Rox vs. Angels
June 22, 2009 by
Purple Row
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When Colorado and the LA Angels last met in 2006, Jose Mesa blew the first game of the series, but the Rox bounced back to take the next two and stayed above .500 for the season. (via mlbnetwork.mlb.com)
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Baseball According to Chris Wheeler
June 20, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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According to Chris Wheeler preserving a lead in the 9th inning is difficult; in his words, "closing is tough." He continually blurts this mindless crap over and over again as Phils fans endure numerous blown saves by Brad Lidge and now Ryan Madson. If closing is so damn tricky...
Let this be the year
April 18, 2009 by
Erik Cassano's Weblog
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On the eve of the Cavs' playoff run, to whom it may concern:Let this be the year.Let this be the year when we finally have a happy ending.Let this be the year when the other shoe doesn't drop.Let this be the year free from John Elway, Michael Jordan and dream assassins from...
The KG Asterick, Or Reason #8,234 Why The World Loves Boston Injuries
April 17, 2009 by
Five Tool Tool
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Oh, the things I do for you, dear reader. It's taking years off my life, this exposure to such unabashed and unblinking douche- baggery. It's also speaks to the workday's length and my interest in cultivating a low level of rage to help me get through it. Which is all a...
Phanatic Ice Cream & Today in Phils History
April 02, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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I know it's been a sad existence in Philsville since Scott Graham left the Phillies broadcasting team and no longer promoted Phillies Graham Slam Ice Cream. However, I'm here like an April shower, to sprinkle good news upon you. The Phillie Phanatic is going to be immortalized...
Moyer's Assault on the Record Books
March 22, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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While snooping around the Baseball-Reference Leaders this morning, I noticed Jamie Moyer is working his way up in many categories of the record books (some good, some bad). Grand Pappy is 46 years old after all and has pitched 22 seasons, so it's only natural that his name is littered...
DWIPP: 11- Jose Mesa, 2003
March 21, 2009 by
Phillies Nation
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11. Jose Mesa in 2003
Mesa had great years with the Phillies in 2001 and 2002 saving a total of 87 games. They were good enough to put him in the Top 100 Phillies list. (...)
Could A-rod be suspended?
February 20, 2009 by
The Evil Empire
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From Andrew Marchand 1050 ESPN New York has learned, it is possible that Alex Rodriguez could be suspended by the Commissioner's Office depending on what MLB investigators were to find out about A-Rod's relationship with shady trainer Angel Presinal. THOUGHTS FROM A DIE-HARD...
Could A-Rod Be Suspended?
February 20, 2009 by
Sliding Into Home
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From Andrew Marchand (Hat tip to Mike Silva): 1050 ESPN New York has learned, it is possible that Alex Rodriguez could be suspended by the Commissioner's Office depending on what MLB investigators were to find out about A-Rod's relationship with shady trainer Angel Presinal...
Q&A- Doug Glanville
January 19, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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Doug Glanville, owner of a .277 career average and 1100 hits on the nose over 9 MLB seasons, took time out of his busy schedule which consists of raising his baby son, being a savvy business man, writing pieces for the New York Times, and killing people in video games to do an interview...
The Road to 17: 2004
January 13, 2009 by
Where Is Andy Van Slyke
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The Road to 17 is a look at each losing season that the Pirates have had since their last playoff appearance in 1992. Past installments from 1993 through 1999 can be found here, installments from 2000 and beyond can be found here. The object is not to wallow in the misery of the Pirates, but ...
100 Greatest Phillies: 97 - Jose Mesa
December 20, 2008 by
Phillies Nation
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Jose Mesa
Relief pitcher
2001-2003, 2007
Career w/Phillies: 242 IP / 13-18 / 4.05 ERA / 188 K / 112 SV
Mesa, believe it or not, is the all-time franchise leader in saves. (...)
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