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Phillies magic number now 11
September 17, 2009 by
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After Wednesday night’s win over the Washington Nationals, the Phillies‘ magic number before they clinch their third straight NL East division title is down to 11 games.
The Phillies have 18 games to go before the end of the season with all but two of the remaining series...
Pop goes Park, and Park goes on the DL?
September 17, 2009 by
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Charlie Manuel’s bullpen received yet another blow on Wednesday, as Chan Ho Park suffered a hamstring injury on his final pitch of the seventh inning of Wednesday night’s game against the Washington Nationals.
Park said he felt his right hamstring pop on his final throw...
James van Riemsdyk scores in first game with Flyers
September 17, 2009 by
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Despite losing their preseason opener to the Detroit Red Wings, the Flyers have a lot of positives to take away from the outing.
First and foremost, their top prospect, James van Riemsdyk looked real good, scoring the Fly Guys only goal.
In the second period, van Riemsdyk broke down...
Shawn Andrews makes people emotional
September 16, 2009 by
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The news that tackle Shawn Andrews is out for the season has solicited a multitude of emotions and reactions from Eagles fans, many of which can be found on his YouTube page.
The reactions range from concern for his health and well being
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Look homie I hope you get better...
Shawn Andrews makes people emotional
September 16, 2009 by
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The news that tackle Shawn Andrews is out for the season has solicited a multitude of emotions and reactions from Eagles fans, many of which can be found on his YouTube page.
The reactions range from concern for his health and well being
Cadiz215
Look homie I hope you get better...
Garcia needs to start Sunday
September 16, 2009 by
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I’m not buying all this talk from pundits and fans about how the Eagles need to give Kevin Kolb a shot to prove what he can do this Sunday in the home opener against the New Orleans Saints.
Why? Why do we need to give Kolb a chance?
We didn’t draft Kevin Kolb. We didn&...
Why does 53 mean 1 of Hugh Hefner’s 3 wives and her 2nd husband are 86’d?
September 15, 2009 by
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What just happened? We’re in week two and we’re already making moves like an over anxious fantasy football team owner. Well Donovan McNabb’s ribs happened and it was the one thing that could foil Andy Reid’s intricate plans. Every team can have 53 people on the active roster...
So Long Kendra, We Hardly Knew Ya
September 15, 2009 by
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The Eagles announced Tuesday that quarterback Michael Vick has been added to the roster, and that wideout Hank Baskett has been waived.
The move allows Vick to practice with the full team despite being ineligible to play in a game until Week 3.
More importantly, the move means that...
Victorino first to quadruple-double
September 15, 2009 by
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Shane Victorino has cemented himself as an above average, quality major league centerfielder this season.
He now has the stats to back that up.
Victorino his his tenth home run of the season in the fifth inning of the opener of Sunday’s doubleheader against the New York Mets...
Shawn Andrews done for the season
September 15, 2009 by
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What many of us believed to be inevitable has finally happened. Shawn Andrews has been placed on Injured Reserve to make room for Jeff Garcia, effectively ending his season.
Oddly enough, even though Week 1 already happened, Andrews season is over before it ever started. Bothered by...
Carmella Decesare-Garcia returns to Philly
September 14, 2009 by
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The Eagles announced the signing of quarterback Jeff Garcia Monday. He is expected to back up Kevin Kolb on Sunday in the team’s home opener against the New Orleans Saints, since Donovan McNabb is expected to miss the game with a cracked rib.
Garcia played for the Eagles in 2006...
Shawn Andrew’s Got Yoooo Soul
September 14, 2009 by
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Here’s a new video from everyone’s favorite non-football playing rapper.
Enjoy.
Phils increase division lead with series win over Mets
September 14, 2009 by
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After losing three and a half games of their eight and a half game lead over the Florida Marlins in the NL East standings in the span of just a week, the Phillies made up some ground this weekend by winning three of their four games against the New York Mets. Their lead now stands [...]
McNabb is doubtful for home opener
September 13, 2009 by
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The injury bug has struck the Eagles again. This time it got the most important player on the roster, quarterback Donovan McNabb, who suffered a cracked rib while rushing for a three-yard touch down in the third quarter of Sunday’s season opener victory against the Carolina Panthers...
Delhomme is french for turnover
September 13, 2009 by
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Maybe Sean McDermott’s replacing Jim Johnson as defensive coordinator of the Eagles won’t result in the drop off that many thought it would.
The Eagles trounced the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, 38-10, including five interceptions, five sacks, and a goal line stand with...
Cole Hamels back to form
September 12, 2009 by
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Cole Hamels, the MVP of the 2008 NLCS and World Series, appeared to be suffering from off-season banquet fatigue for much of the 2009 season, struggling with his command and velocity, unable to pitch deep into games, no longer the dominant ace of a World Series caliber team.
After...
It’s Christmas Eve Eagles Fan
September 11, 2009 by
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You’ve waited patiently since the last dropped pass on January 18th. You watched the draft, you listened to trade rumors. You were even surprised by Michael Vick. Everyone was forced to simply wait until next year, again. From the moment the NFC Championship game clock hit zero the...
Five Things To Watch In Eagles Season Opener
September 11, 2009 by
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The pre-season is officially over and the 2009-2010 NFL season is officially underway. Unfortunately for the Eagles, there are still a number of questions that have to be answered as they head down to Charlotte, North Carolina for their season opener against the Carolina Panthers....
Days Like This Are Why Sport Is So Important
September 11, 2009 by
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I am often asked why I am so into sports, or why I believe that sports are so important. "It's just a game" is a line I hear often.
Days like this are why sport is so important.
Every September 11 invokes a multitude of emotions for me, as I’m sure it does for...
Days Like This Are Why Sport Is So Important
September 11, 2009 by
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I am often asked why I am so into sports, or why I believe that sports are so important. “It’s just a game” is a line I hear often.
Days like this are why sport is so important.
Every September 11 invokes a multitude of emotions for me, as I’m sure it does for you...
Kendrick’s Triumphant Return?
September 10, 2009 by
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According to the Philadelphia Daily News Kyle Kendrick will be getting the start for game one of the Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Mets double header on Saturday. In the second game you’ll see Pedro Martinez. Jamie Moyer is scheduled to continue filling in for J.A. Happ as he...
Lidge May Be Losing Clubhouse Support
September 10, 2009 by
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Saturday September 5th, The Phillies are in Houston playing the Astros and Joe Blanton is poised for his 10th win of the year with Brad Lidge on the mound. Lidge looks dominant against the first batter he faces, quickly getting him out despite whispers of an aggravating blister on...
Runyan works out as Andrews gets his Michael Phelps on
September 10, 2009 by
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Longtime Eagles offensive lineman Jon Runyan was back in town Thursday working out for head coach Andy Reid, offensive line coach Juan Castillo and general manager Tom Heckert at the NovaCare Complex. Reid said that the Eagles wanted to see where Runyan was physically in his rehabilitation...
Runyan works out as Andrews gets his Michael Phelps on
September 10, 2009 by
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Longtime Eagles offensive lineman Jon Runyan was back in town Thursday working out for head coach Andy Reid, offensive line coach Juan Castillo and general manager Tom Heckert at the NovaCare Complex.
Reid said that the Eagles wanted to see where Runyan was physically in his rehabilitation...
Phillies now have closer by committee
September 10, 2009 by
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After weeks of “Brad Lidge is my guy” responses by Phillies manager Charlie Manuel to reporter’s questions over the team’s closing situation, it appears that Brad Lidge is no longer the guy. Or at the very least, not the sole guy. After getting himself into...
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