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Beer nuts: Phillies’ bench gradually collecting dust
August 20, 2009 by
Beerleaguer
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Daily News’ David Murphy notes that a run of hot starting pitching is leaving Greg Dobbs and other reservists cold. Tonight’s game could be a good time to give them some work. [Link] One only needs to revisit Game 4 of the NLCS to recognize the importance of at-the-ready pinch...
Phillies Free agents, Arbitration Eligible
For the record, here is a list of the players on the Phillies' 2009 roster that will be available for free agency and are eligible for arbitration. Links to the latest posts about each player are also included.Players acquired by other teams will be highlighted in red. Players...
Gameday: Phils open series with Rockies
August 04, 2009 by
NL East Chatter
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Phillies vs. Rockies
7:05 p.m. EST at Citizens Bank Park
Season Series Background
The Colorado Rockies visit Philadelphia for the first and only time in 2009. In early April, the Phillies took 2 of 3 games at Coors Field. Matt Stairs hit a game-winning home run in the ninth inning...
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...
Thank You Matt Stairs
August 29, 2008 by
Bugs & Cranks
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The Blue Jays have traded Canadian pinch-hitting powerhouse Matt Stairs to the Philadelphia Phillies for a player to be named later, ending a nearly two year relationship.
While there have been times that I have criticized Matt Stair's contract and inclusion as a part of this team...
Frank Thomas Released: Fantasy Impact 4/20
April 20, 2008 by
Fantasy Sports Experience
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Frank Thomas has been cut by the Toronto Blue Jays. We explain what this means for your fantasy team, who to grab in the meantime and where we think Thomas might wind up.
Toronto Blue Jays Home Opener 2008 - Live Game Notes
April 05, 2008 by
Mop Up Duty
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Highlights of the home opener included the return of the baby blues, the addition of Roberto Alomar and a ~surprise member~ to the level of excellence, streakers and a Blue Jays win. Here is my detailed account.
Examining the Ex-Fish
24 days ago by
Beyond the Box Score
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by David J. Phillip - AP
3 days ago:
New York Yankees pitcher A.J. Burnett, left, talks to Derek Jeter giving up a run on a single by Philadelphia Phillies' Matt Stairs during the second inning of Game...
Oh What a Ninth!
September 10, 2009 by
Baseball Musings
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The Phillies score five runs in the top of the ninth inning, four on a Matt Stairs grand slam. It’s not enough, however, as Ron Villone comes on to get just the eighth save of his career. After giving up a single to Utley, he induced a double play ball from Ryan Howard.
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Postgame: Phils nearly no-hit by Brewers’ Bush
April 23, 2009 by
Beerleaguer
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It’s going to be a long flight to Florida. Dave Bush and his league-average career 101 ERA+ took a no-hitter into the eighth before Matt Stairs homered in an abysmal 6-1 loss, which also saw starter Cole Hamels knocked out of the game after taking a line drive off his pitching shoulder...
Phillies no strangers to waiting
Last night the Angels held off elimination by winning a wild game five in the ALCS. With the come from behind victory over the Yankees the Phillies find themselves still playing a waiting game before learning who they will play in the World Series, and perhaps more importantly where...
More Clips of Harry Kalas
April 16, 2009 by
Phillies Nation
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Harry Kalas calling Eddie Mathews’ 500th home run - 1967
Harry Kalas calling Manny Trillo’s triple in the NLCS - 1980
Harry Kalas calling
Phils’ 25-Man Roster: A Projection and ‘08 Comparison
October 06, 2009 by
The Recliner GM
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As we wait for Charlie and Ruben to release the 25-man roster and perhaps let us know who the starters (and closers) will be, let's take a look at the likely 25-man roster, and how it compares to last years' bunch that won it all.
The possible players that could make it...
Nothing = Phillies
August 30, 2008 by
We Should Be GM's
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My mother always told me if I had nothing nice to say, then I should say nothing at all. Well, here's what I have to say about the Phils...Nothing!
Click on the URL for the full article that includes some shots at Charlie Manuel. Cole Hamels, and Ryan Madson as well as an update...
Let Them Play! Let Them Play! Game Five Is On!!!
October 29, 2008 by
Awful Announcing
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MLB has just announced that Game Five will be played tonight promptly at 8:37pm and who cares if it's under 40 degrees and winds are upwards of 25mph?! We're getting this thing in! The Phillies will be batting in the Bottom of the Sixth and only do they have the advantage...
Things 2 Root 4 & Roundup
October 01, 2009 by
We Should Be GM's
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The Philadelphia Phillies just got done wrapping up their 3rd straight National League East division championship. To think, some idiots were in panic mode a couple days ago. With 4 games remaining in the regular season there are some things to straighten out: bullpen, rotation, and...
Grand Finale! Slam Caps Incredible Comeback
April 24, 2009 by
Phillies Nation
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It had all the trappings of Thursday’s horrific offensive performance. Instead, the boys woke up. And just in the Vic of time.
Shane Victorino nailed a two-out grand slam in the ninth inning to lead the Phillies to a 7-3 win over the first-place Marlins. The salami came after...
Stairs’ Blast Sends Phils To Brink Of NL Title
October 13, 2008 by
Phillies Nation
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Matt Stairs has played 16 major league seasons, and at age 40, with 1,313 career hits, he had the biggest hit of his life Monday night. (...)
Game 2 Yankees-Phillies World Series Notes
28 days ago by
Five Tool Tool
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> For 17 innings, the Phillies had played nearly mistake-free baseball (the exception: Rollins' ninth inning error last night), refusing to cede to the pressure that took out the Twins and Angels. Down two in the eighth and facing Mariano Rivera in his bid for a six-out save...
Phillies will find no clear fit for Jenkins and Stairs
January 30, 2009 by
Beerleaguer
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According to Jayson Stark, the Phillies have been trying to deal Geoff Jenkins, who lost his job to Jayson Werth last season and was hurt even more by the acquisition of Matt Stairs. "The Phillies have tried relentlessly to deal roleless outfielder Geoff Jenkins for a right-handed...
Final tally for the ex-A's
20 days ago by
Athletics Nation
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by David J. Phillip - AP
At least another likable former Athletic won something, right?
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Elsewhere an A's fan and friend once spoke of the Giambi Curse, something...
Walkoff Walk Somehow Put A Curse On Matt Stairs
September 04, 2009 by
Walkoff Walk
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Things had been going pretty well for Matt Stairs. Last October, he hit his first ever postseason homer at the most opportune time, helping the Phillies reach the World Series. Then there was the offseason, where he presumably coached some hockey and didn't pay for beers any time...
Shane, What Were You Thinking?
May 26, 2009 by
Crashburn Alley
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Down by two in the ninth inning, Shane Victorino works a lead-off walk against Florida Marlins closer Matt Lindstrom. With the homer-prone Matt Stairs pinch-hitting, Shane Victorino is not going to stray far from the first base bag. Or so you’d think.
Shane, for some reason,...
Create The Caption #294
October 14, 2008 by
Awful Announcing
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(Usually) Everyday I'll throw out a photo, you provide the caption, and then hilarity ensues. I'm also adding a handful of links at the bottom of the page that you should check out each day. Last Yesterday's Winners.... The all movie quote edition!!!! "That kid is...
Stairs Wants To Return To Phillies In 2010
August 26, 2009 by
MLB Trade Rumors
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Matt Stairs will be 42 by the time Spring Training starts next year, but he says he has another year left in him and wants to spend it with the Phillies, according to Andy Martino of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Stairs, who makes a base salary of $1MM this year, becomes a free agent...
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