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Heyman: Tough To Gauge Peavy’s Interest In Phils
June 01, 2009 by
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From now until July, the Phillies and the term “available starting pitching” will fit and become numbingly nauseating. With Brett Myers on the shelf, there are multiple names out in the open. I’ll give my opinion soon. For now, here’s a nugget from Jon Heyman...
Phillies Promote Drabek To Reading
June 01, 2009 by
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The Phillies have promoted starting pitcher Kyle Drabek to AA Reading.
Drabek went 4-1 in 10 games (nine starts) with a 2.48 ERA with Clearwater. He also struck out 74 and walked 19.
Gustavo Chacin was promoted from Reading to Lehigh Valley. Drabek will make his first double-A start...
May: Winning More, Losing Myers
June 01, 2009 by
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May offered better results for the Phillies, as they finished 17-11 mostly because of a 7-0 record against the Nationals. Here’s how they did it:
vs. New York Mets: 1-1
at St. Louis: 2-0
at New York Mets: 0-2
vs. Atlanta: 1-2
vs. Los Angeles: 1-2
at Washington: 4-0
at Cincinnati...
Moyer Hurls Gem To Notch 250th Win
May 31, 2009 by
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Jamie Moyer’s best start of 2009 happened to result in win No. 250 of his career. Moyer surrendered just three hits and a run in six innings, leading the Phillies to a 4-2 win and series sweep over the Nationals.
Moyer was his old self, keeping the Nationals off the bases and...
Gameday: Nationals (13-35) At Phillies (27-20)
May 31, 2009 by
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Washington Nationals (13-35) at Philadelphia Phillies (27-20)
John Lannan (2-4, 4.11 ERA) vs. Jamie Moyer (3-5, 7.42 ERA)
Time: 1:35 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
Weather: Mostly sunny, 76
TV: MyPhl 17
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Thanks to Ryan Howard’s mammoth home runs...
Howard’s Heroics Drive Phillies
May 31, 2009 by
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Ryan Howard crushed two home runs — including a incredible third-deck grand slam — to lead the Phillies over the Nationals, 9-6.
Howard finished with five RBI for the game, almost single-handedly powering the Phils past Washington. The offensive effort saved Cole Hamels, who didn...
BREAKING NEWS: Bastardo to Start Tuesday
May 30, 2009 by
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Comcast Sportsnet just announced that Antonio Bastado will temporarily take Brett Myers’ spot in the rotation and pitch Tuesday against the San Diego Padres.
A roster move will be made prior to Sunday’s game.
Gamenight: Nationals (13-34) At Phillies (26-20)
May 30, 2009 by
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Washington Nationals (13-34) at Philadelphia Phillies (26-20)
Shairon Martis (5-0, 4.86 ERA) vs. Cole Hamels (2-2, 4.86 ERA)
Time: 7:05 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
Weather: Sunny, 75
TV: Comcast SportsNet
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JA Happ threw an OK game against the Nationals...
Opinion: Carrasco Should Start Tuesday
May 30, 2009 by
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Who’s the right man for the job? Who can step in Tuesday for Brett Myers and put together a solid start?
Easy: It’s Carlos Carrasco
Go back to May 2006. On a Cincinnati night, the Phillies decided to finally let Cole Hamels start his major league career. He didn’t...
Phillies Promote Escalona In Wake Of Myers Injury
May 30, 2009 by
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MLB.com reports the Phillies have placed Brett Myers on the 15-day disabled list, promoting reliever Sergio Escalona. In three appearances, the lefty is 1-0 with a 0.00 ERA, two strikeouts and no walks.
The Phillies have yet to name a starter for Tuesday’s game against the Padres.
Minor Leagues: Drabek Goes Distance
May 30, 2009 by
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The Clearwater Threshers played the Charlotte Stone Crabs yesterday, and Kyle Drabek put together his best start yet: a complete game shutout. He allowed just five hits and a walk, striking out seven in the full nine, a 4-0 win.
Drabek is now 4-1 with a 2.48 ERA in A+ Clearwater.
Rosenthal: Phils Will Add Big-Name Starter
May 30, 2009 by
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Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports reports Ruben Amaro Jr. is in the market for one elite-level starting pitcher, whom he would like to acquire at or around the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline.
Rosenthal names Erik Bedard and Roy Oswalt as possible targets, denying a mid- to low-level name...
They Held ‘Em For Happ: Phils Win, 5-4
May 29, 2009 by
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They let the Nationals get close, but the Phillies sealed the deal, defeating Washington 5-4.
JA Happ got the win, going 5.2 innings and giving up three earned runs — two via Chad Durbin. Happ struck out five, walked three and hit two, showing mediocre control but only allowing three...
Gamenight: Nationals (13-33) At Phillies (25-20)
May 29, 2009 by
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Washington Nationals (13-33) at Philadelphia Phillies (25-20)
Ross Detwiler (0-0, 2.45 ERA) vs. JA Happ (2-0, 2.60 ERA)
Time: 7:05 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
Weather: Possible thunderstorms, 77
TV: Comcast SportsNet
Twitter: Phillies Nation
So the last one didn’...
If Myers Is Done, What Should Phillies Do?
May 28, 2009 by
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I stepped away from the Phillies for a while today, since there wasn’t anything really new to write about. Yes, the offense has some bad games, especially against sinkerball pitchers and guys who … well … can actually pitch. And yes, the pitching wasn’t good...
BREAKING NEWS: Myers Likely Done For ‘09
May 28, 2009 by
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UPDATE (5:50 p.m.): Jim Salisbury of the Inquirer says it’s a fraying of the labrum of the hip. His surgery (which he has to agree upon) is like those of Alex Rodriguez and Chase Utley. They needed about four-to-five months for recovery; that alone would end Myers’ season...
Kalas to be Inducted into Wall of Fame
May 28, 2009 by
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On August 7, Harry Kalas will be inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame.
“When we started the Wall of Fame in 1978, the intent was to honor the great players in our history,” team president David Montgomery said. “We believe it is fitting to make an exception because...
Love Hurts
May 28, 2009 by
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The Philadelphia fans have acted as a tenth player throughout the years. With a record under .500 at home, Charlie Manuel says the Phillies may be trying to do too much, but also has a message for the passionate Phillies fans.
“I notice sometimes when they’re talking to...
Badenhop, Marlins Cruise By Phillies
May 27, 2009 by
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The offense: Bad. The pitching: Worse. The result: Ugh. The Phillies barely showed up against the Marlins, losing 6-2 and yet another home series.
Burke Badenhop, making his first start of the season, threw a solid five innings — yet another sinkerball pitcher who looked like Cy...
Myers Leaves Game With Hip Injury
May 27, 2009 by
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Multiple reports say Brett Myers has left tonight’s game against the Marlins with right hip inflammation. He had given up five earned runs in the 5.2-inning outing.
Gamenight: Marlins (21-26) At Phillies (25-19)
May 27, 2009 by
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Florida Marlins (21-26) at Philadelphia Phillies (25-19)
Burke Badenhop (2-2, 5.75 ERA) vs. Brett Myers (4-2, 4.34 ERA)
Time: 7:05 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
Weather: Partly cloudy, 73
TV: Comcast SportsNet
Twitter: Phillies Nation
Brett Myers can deliver a series win...
Blanton’s Keys To His Best Start Yet
May 27, 2009 by
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Last night, Joe Blanton turned in his most impressive start in a Phillie uniform. For seven innings he worked the plate like a madman, baffling the Marlins into 11 strikeouts, a career high. He walked into a small bit of trouble, but each time he worked out of it impressively.
Seventy...
Campaign VOTE RAUL
May 27, 2009 by
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Your first plea:
VOTE RAUL.
And while you’re at it, VOTE Chase and VOTE Pedro. I won’t blame you if you VOTE Howard or VOTE Victorino, too.
But for the love of Raul, VOTE RAUL.
Gamenight: Marlins (21-25) At Phillies (24-19)
May 26, 2009 by
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Florida Marlins (21-25) at Philadelphia Phillies (24-19)
Andrew Miller (1-1, 4.94 ERA) vs. Joe Blanton (2-3, 7.11 ERA)
Time: 7:05 p.m. at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia
Weather: Cloudy, 56
TV: Comcast SportsNet
Twitter: Phillies Nation
A tough homecoming for the Phillies last night...
All-Star Voting: Utley Leads 2B Early
May 26, 2009 by
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Chase Utley leads all National League second basemen in All-Star voting. His 675,596 votes ranks second among all NL players, behind Albert Pujols.
Where other Phillies are ranked:
First base: Ryan Howard is third behind Pujols and Prince Fielder.
Shortstop: Jimmy Rollins is third...
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