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Today in Phillies history - MVP for Howard
On this day in 2006 Ryan Howard was crowned the National League MVP, beating out St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols.In 2006 Howard hit a franchise record 58 home runs, helping to drive in a career high 149 runs batted in. Howard also hit a career high .313, scored 104...
Happy Birthday Ryan Howard
Born on this day in 1979.Also celebrating a birthday today is Phillies relief pitcher Clay Condrey (1975), and former players Dickie Noles (1956), and Bob Boone (1947).
Today in Phillies history - MVP for Schmidt...again
On this day in 1986, Phillies third baseman Mike Schmidt picked up his third National League MVP award. With his third career MVP award Schmidt joined Stan Musial and Roy Campanella as the only three time winners of the individual honor.In 1986 Schmidt hit his second highest batting...
Charlie Manuel for Manager of the Year?
There is a solid case for Manuel to win the NL Manager of the YearBut I don't think it will happen.Phillies manager Charlie Manuel entered the season guiding the defending World Series champions but he had a lot of adversity within the team to overcome en route to a third consecutive...
Today in Phillies history - Bobby Abreu Era Begins
It is a trade that worked out well for the PhilliesOn this day in 1997 the Phillies traded shortstop Kevin Stocker to the new Tampa Bay Devil Rays franchise in exchange for Bobby Abreu.Abreu was one of the best hitters on the team his entire career in Philadelpia and played a key role...
Happy Birthday Jamie Moyer
Born on this day in 1962Also celebrating a birthday is former Phillies relief pitcher Tom Gordon. Gordon was born n this day in 1967.
Today in Phillies history - MVP for Schmidt
On this day in 1981, Mike Schmidt was awarded with his second consecutive National League MVP award. At the time Schmidt was only the third player to ever win two consecutive MVP awards, joining future teammate Joe Morgan (1975-1976 with the Reds) and Chicago Cubs great Ernie Banks...
Tuesday Roster Moves
Phillies add to 40 man roster from within organizationTodd Zolecki reports via Twitter that the Phillies have added a couple players to the 40 an roster today.The Phillies have added OF Quintin Berry, LHP Yohan Flande and RHP Jesus Sanchez to the 40-man roster.- Todd Zolecki via TwitterNothing...
Happy Birthday Mitch Williams
Born on this day in 1964.I would also like to take this opportunity to alert you of the new YouTube channel for Macho Row! As you may have noticed I took up a bit of a side hobby in putting together some video slide shows during the recent playoff run by the Phillies. Most of these...
Phillies cut ties with Eric Bruntlett
Add another infielder to the off-season wish listIn 2010 the Phillies will have a vastly different looking bench. With Matt Stairs, Miguel Cairo, and Paul Bako already on the free agent market, today the Phillies said so long to infielder Eric Bruntlett. Bruntlett accepted the chance...
Happ finishes second in NL Rookie of the Year voting
It was just announced that Phillies left handed pitcher JA Happ has finished second in the voting for the National League Rookie of the Year voting according to the Baseball Writers association. Florida Marlins outfielder Chris Coghlan finished with the most votes to win the award...
Chase Utley lone Silver Slugger winner
Utley hitting his second home run in game five of the 2009 World Series. AP PhotoUtley wins fourth consecutive Silver Slugger at second baseA day after Jimmy Rollins and Shane Victorino were awarded Gold Gloves, an award many felt Chase Utley had deserved, Utley became the only Phillies...
Hamels, Lidge, and Third Base
A couple quick hits this morning to bring you up to speed on the Phillies.Cole Hamels not going anywhereGeneral manager Ruben Amaro Jr. has addressed the rumors that Cole Hamels could be involved in trade talks with Toronto in exchange for Roy Halladay. Amaro vehemently turned the...
Rollins, Victorino win NL Gold Gloves
Rollins and Victorino picked up Gold Gloves once again. AP PhotoJimmy Rollins and Shane Victorino win NL Gold GlovesFor the second straight year Jimmy Rollins and Shane Victorino have been awarded National League Gold Glove Awards, announced this afternoon. This is the third Gold Glove...
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...
Is Jamie Moyer the fifth starter?
I love Jamie Moyer. Who can not find a reason to not appreciate the character and wisdom of Moyer? Moyer is a guy who understands the game of baseball and would love to discuss it with anyone who would listen to his words. I absolutely love when a camera catches him discussing pitching...
Four Phillies file for free agency
Thanks for the memories Matt.As reported by Todd Zolecki and a number of other outlets yesterday, Chan Ho Park, Pedro Feliz, Matt Stairs and Paul Bako have all officially filed for free agency.Of the four players listed above the one I would most like to see return would be Chan Ho...
Macho Row defeats Phrontiersman in fantasy football
There are a lot of great sites out there covering the Philadelphia sports scene. Many of us have gotten together to compete in the Philly Phantasy Phootball League, organized by my friends over at Phinally Philly.This past weekend I took on fellow Phillies blog The Phrontiersman, who...
Macho Row is on Halladay Watch...again
Remember this guy? He's back in the rumor mill. AP PhotoI don't expect anything to really come out of this, but with the baseball general managers meeting now in Chicago the rumors are once again stirring about the Phillies being a possible team in the front-running for Toronto...
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...
Twitter question - Off Season Wish List
During this off-season I am going to attempt to ask a question for my Twitter followers each Monday. This is not a scientific poll but rather a discussion piece. I want to know what you guys are interested in or thinking on for a various number of topics.This morning, in the first...
Phillies decline club option on Pedro Feliz
Third base position now becomes a top priorityOn Sunday night the Phillies announced that they would not be bringing back third baseman Pedro Feliz, declining his club option for 2010 worth $5.5 million. Instead the Phillies will buy out the remaining portion of his contract for $500...
Phillies announce 2010 spring training schedule
First game against Yankees is March 4, 2010.A quick post to tell you that the 2010 spring training schedule is now officially up on Phillies.com. The Phillies will open with an exhibition game against Florida State University on March 3 and play the Yankees the following day at home...
Phillies part ways with Brett Myers
Jim Salisbury of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports today that the Philadelphia Phillies officially parted ways with right handed pitcher Brett Myers. General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. gave Myers no reason for not negotiating a contract with the free agent pitcher."I officially won’t...
Phillies pick up Cliff Lee's 2010 option
A full year against National League batters? Yes please! (AP Photo)This was expected but today the Phillies made the inevitable move. Todd Zolecki reports (via Twitter) that the Phillies have picked up the option for 2010 on Cliff Lee's existing contract.Lee had previously stated...
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