WES HELMS NEWS
Phillies to face Brewers in NLDS
September 28, 2008 by
Hot Stove Philly
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The Philadelphia Phillies will host the Milwaukee Brewers in the first round of the 2008 Major League Baseball Playoffs.
Despite the Phillies winning their second National League East division title in as many years, thereby ensuring their season would continue into October, their...
Wes Helms traded to Marlins
April 06, 2008 by
All Things Philly Sports
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Looks like the Phillies will get something for Wes Helms after all. Helms was designated for assignment last Wednesday, and the speculation was that the Phillies would lose him for nothing. After 10 days Helms would have been free to sign with any team, but, according to Todd Zolecki...
Wes Helms - Pinch Hitter
August 04, 2009 by
FishStripes
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As JCR reports, and I hope Juan, uh, Mr. Rodriguez, doesn't mind me referring to him as he is known on the site. But I'm off on a tangent, so let's get back to the story at hand.
As much as it might seem Wes Helms was born to pinch hit &mdash...
The Grits
October 03, 2009 by
FishStripes
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The Grits
Wes Helms collecting his 17th pinch-hit with a single in the seventh, when the Marlins added insurance. Helms and teammate Ross Gload, who has 21 pinch-hits, need one more between them to tie the major-league record for most pinch-hits by a tandem.
``It means a lot...
Ross Gload and Wes Helms closing in on record
September 21, 2009 by
FishStripes
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Ross Gload and Wes Helms are closing in on the major league record for hits by a pinch-hitting tandem.
They have combined for 34 pinch hits, four off the major league record Ed Coleman (20) and Roy Pepper (18) set with the 1936 St. Louis Browns, according to Stats Inc.
Gload...
Wes Helms embraces role with Florida Marlins
10 days ago by
Miami Herald
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Wes Helms embraces his two roles for the Marlins - as a backup on the field and a leader in the clubhouse.
Quick Take On Phillies Signing of Pedro Feliz
January 28, 2008 by
reclinergm.wordpress.com
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upgrade defensively and offensively. this blog ALREADY has a post up about the upgrade (hint, reason #1- He's NOT Wes Helms)
Wes Helms Gets Off When You Fight
On Wednesday, a shouting match between Hanley Ramirez and Dan Uggla seemed to foretell the 2009 collapse of the Florida Marlins. The clubhouse was imploding along with the team's slim wild card hopes—just as Wes Helms had planned Well, not really. But Helms did hit a walk...
Taking the Helms
September 02, 2009 by
Baseball Musings
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Wes Helms hit a walk off home run to give the Marlins a one-run win over the Braves. Florida blew a 7-3 lead. Yunel Escobar homered in the top of the ninth to tie the game, and Helms hit just his third home run of the season to win it. The teams [...]
Quit Yer Crying, Marlins Demolish Shea Stadium
September 29, 2008 by
SporTech Matter
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The Marlins played spoiler again and it couldn't taste any better. It's a story that couldn't have been written any better. Ex Brewer (who gets booed plenty when he returns to Milwaukee) Wes Helms hit the go ahead shot to secure the Brewers into the playoffs. Your welcome...
Wes Helms Traded to Marlins
April 20, 2008 by
We Hate to Lose
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According to FoxSports's Ken Rosenthal, Wes Helms has been traded to the Florida Marlins. He was designated for assignment on Wednesday.I'm not quite sure why Florida traded for him when they could sign him in a week. Not sure what we got in return and it is likely a low prospect...
Sometimes the Best Gifts Come in the Most Untalented, Overpaid and Large-Headed Packages
September 29, 2008 by
Bugs & Cranks
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Is Placido Polanco the Next Wes Helms?
15 days ago by
iSportacus
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When the Phillies dropped Pedro Feliz a few months ago to acquire Placido Polanco, I nearly fell out. I couldn’t believe the Phils would drop a Gold Glove third baseman who had their biggest hit in the World Series (only to have Lidge waste it) to pick up a guy who was, no doubt...
Marlins make an offer to Ross Gload
November 20, 2009 by
FishStripes
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The Marlins looked it over and wondered if they could get Ross Gload for Wes Helms money.
The Marlins have extended an offer to Ross Gload, their top left-handed hitter off the bench last season when he led the majors in pinch hits. The offer is thought...
Phillies Drop Helms
April 02, 2008 by
All Things Philly Sports
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The Wes Helms Era is over in Philadelphia. With the recent signing of Rudy Seanez, the Phillies had to get rid of one player from their roster to make room, and Helms was the victim. Helms was designated for assignment, meaning the team has 10 days to trade or release him. Helms is...
I was right again, and, Eli Manning MVP?? C'mon......
March 27, 2008 by
Broad St. Bias
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I TOLD YOU SO!! Phils Sign Pedro FelizPhils signed Pedro Feliz as I reported about 2 weeks ago........alright I didn't report it I was "speculating." And I wouldn't look for the Phils to deal 3rd basemen Wes Helms yet, interest in him is luke warm at best, a deal...
Helms, Volstad lead Marlins past Phillies 5-3
May 25, 2009 by
Sun Sentinel
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Playing on Memorial Day apparently agrees with Wes Helms, scion of military men and longtime admirer of the Navy SEALS.
Helms belts walk-off HR
September 02, 2009 by
CBSSports.com
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Wes Helms hit a game-winning home run, Dan Uggla had a two-run shot after challenging teammate Hanley Ramirez's effort, and the bickering Florida Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves 8-7 on Wednesday night.
Abraham Linkin - 4/14/08
April 20, 2008 by
SportsTsar
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A bold statement, starring Manny Ramirez (The Legend of Cecilio Guante)
Wes Helms: less valuable than a $5 Saigon whore (UmpBump)
Worth digging up: Sky Sports hotties (TheOffside)
Pro Bowlers sure do love their diet cola (Kissing Suzy Kolber)
They will juke you out of your undergarments...
Destinations for Wes Helms
April 05, 2008 by
My Sports Rumors
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It’s looking more and more likely that Wes Helms days in a Philadelphia Phillies uniform are numbered. Helms has been on the trading block for a while now, even before the team signed Pedro Feliz to play third base for them. A trade is still possible but looking more like a long shot. [...]
Relief is on the way: Phillies Sign Veteran Pitcher Rudy Seanez
April 01, 2008 by
All Things Philly Sports
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After yesterday's implosion, the Phillies are getting proactive in fixing their bullpen. The Phillies have signed veteran right-handed reliever Rudy Seanez. Seanez, 39, is not the savior for the bullpen, but rather a solid addition who strikes out batters at a high rate. Seanez...
Fish Hook Helms
April 20, 2008 by
hotfootblog.com
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According to RotoWorld, the Marlins have acquired Wes Helms from the Phillies for cash.
Odd move for the Marlins, who are usually pinching pennies. Helms is owed $2.9 million.
Helms had a .965 OPS in 240 ABs last year.
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Mets counter Phils' Pedro Feliz signing with some dude named Johan
January 31, 2008 by
We Should Be GM's
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Pedro Feliz is mighty, and had the Mets shaking in their boots once it was announced that the Phils signed him. The Mets counteracted with some dude named Johan....never heard of him!
My initial reaction to the Pedro Feliz deal was not positive. I saw a 32 year old, field first...
Fish Wrap - Marlins 1 Astros 4
August 21, 2009 by
FishStripes
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by Pat Sullivan - AP
about 18 hours ago:
Florida Marlins starting pitcher Josh Johnson (55) is joined by teammates Wes Helms, left, manager Fredi Gonzalez (33) and catcher Ronny Paulino, right, while leaving...
Marlins Acquire Wes Helms
April 20, 2008 by
mlbtraderumors.com
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According to an FSN broadcast via RotoWorld, the Marlins acquired Wes Helms from the Phils for cash. So I guess that means the Fish were willing to take on the $2.9MM owed to him? If so, quite a commitment for them.
Helms, 32 in May, had his best year with the Marlins in '06. H...
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