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Myers Denies Confrontation with Hamels
Andy Martino, of a newspaper website, goes all "an Internet report" on Yahoo!'s Tim Brown when debunking his story about the "confrontation" that took place between Brett Myers and Cole Hamels following last night's victory. Martino talked to a Phillies...
Wednesday: Walker considering return; talks set
10 days ago by
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Ralph Walker, the father of Tyler Walker, told his hometown newspaper that the reliever has not ruled out a return to the Phillies. Meanwhile, the club gets set for the start of shopping season. If Walker does return to the organization, it would be on a minor league deal. Walker,...
Breaking news: Eric Bruntlett, four others, set free
12 days ago by
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The Phillies have non-tendered Eric Bruntlett, who hit just .171/.224/.238 in 118 plate appearances in 2009. In addition, right-handers John Ennis and Tyler Walker, catcher Paul Hoover and infielder Andy Tracy were granted free agency, according to the Daily News. [Link] Beerleaguer...
Rollins, Victorino repeat as Gold Glove winners
17 days ago by
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MLB award season has begun and several Phillies expect to be up for some of the big awards. Among the Phillies in contention for an award include Ryan Howard (MVP), Charlie Manuel (Manager of the Year) and J.A. Happ (Rookie of the Year). Those awards are coming in the next few days...
Brett Myers is no longer a Phillie
22 days ago by
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We are only two days removed from the end of the World Series and the Phillies have already begun making moves for 2010. The first move the Phillies did was obvious as they picked up their option on Cliff Lee for next season. Their second move is a little more interesting as it means...
Lowell a Fit in Philly?
5 days ago by
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The Phillies need a thirdbaseman. The Red Sox need to get rid of a thirdbaseman. I'm thinking swap meet. Mike Lowell is in the last year of his contract and is set to make $12M. However, it's being reported that Theo Epstein may be willing to eat half the contract to move him...
Beerleaguer for breakfast: Feliz fits Orioles’ needs
8 days ago by
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As of midnight, teams are square to negotiate with free agents. Third baseman Pedro Feliz, considered a fallback for the Phillies, has drawn early interest from Baltimore. Feliz, along with Adrian Beltre, heads Baltimore’s short list to replace Melvin Mora at third, according to...
Tuesday: Free agents file, Phillies formulate plans
18 days ago by
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Less than a week removed from the World Series and the Phillies' hot stove is heating up. Chan Ho Park, Matt Stairs and Paul Bako joined Pedro Martinez, Miguel Cairo, Pedro Feliz and Brett Myers in filing for free agency. Free agents have been assigned Type A and B designation...
The 2010 Bench
16 days ago by
Crashburn Alley
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70% of the Phillies’ 2009 plate appearances were taken by the starting eight; only 14% were taken by bench players. With Matt Stairs and Eric Bruntlett gone, the Phillies now need to look for adequate bench players either from within or on the free agent market.
I’ve perused...
Need for bullpen, spare closer, can’t be taken lightly
16 days ago by
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Brad Lidge, who had a dreadful season, underwent flexor tendon surgery and his recovery could set him behind schedule. Meanwhile, J.C. Romero could also miss the early going. Bottom line: bullpen is a major issue for the Phillies. While the third base debate continues, here’s the...
Quotable: Amaro on Hamels Rumors
"We have no thoughts of trading Cole Hamels," Amaro said at baseball's
general managers meetings yesterday. "I don't know where those rumors
are coming from, but that's exactly what they are. Cole Hamels is our
pitcher and we're keeping...
Offseason Business
20 days ago by
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Under Contract:1. Cliff Lee- $9M2. Greg Dobbs- $1.35M3. Ryan Howard- $19M4. Jimmy Rollins- $7.5M5. Chase Utley- $15M6. Raul Ibanez- $11.5M7. Jayson Werth- $7M8. Cole Hamels- $6.65M9. JC Romero- $4M10. Brad Lidge- $11.5M11. Jamie Moyer- $8M12. Ryan Madson- $4.5MTotal= $105M for only...
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...
Shane Victorino and Melissa Tie the Knot in Hawaii
He may be wearing shorts, but at least he didn't propose at Citizens Bank Park. Another photo below.
Photos via MediaTakeout obviously.
Brown retains top spot among Phillies prospects
19 days ago by
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Typically a winter treat, Baseball America pulled the Phillies’ name early this season, announcing their Top 10 prospects and best tools in the organization today. [Link] Outfielder Domonic Brown repeats as the top player in the Phillies' farm, followed by Kyle Drabek, Michael...
Yes, These Quotes Are About the Phillies
Remember when, just a few years ago, Phillies off-seasons were marked by one "splash" move involving a player who may are may not have been exiting his prime, followed by several more moves of similar ilk on a declining scale? If not, join me in recalling that feeling of...
Goodbye Brett
21 days ago by
We Should Be GM's
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The Myers Roller Coaster Express has been shutdown. No more Superman-esque performances, and no more painful minor league demotions. No more wife beating, and no more barroom fighting. Brett Myers time with the Phillies has officially come to an end as Ruben Amaro informed him that...
Myers Says What Phillies Fans Were Thinking Regarding Cole Hamels
But that doesn't make it right.On an otherwise joyous evening, it pained me to read that Brett Myers and Cole Hamels had a "short but tense confrontation" after the game five victory. Here's how Yahoo! reports it going down, "As Myers walked past Hamels near...
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...
Pedro Martinez Sighting
AP PhotoPedro Martinez caught up with some of his former Mets teammates over the weekend. Carlos Beltran demonstrates the proper grip for popping up into a rally killing fly ball as Martinez and Johan Santana point out the problems to Marc Anthony at a charity event held by Beltran...
Here we go again: the Phillies are pursuing Roy Halladay
18 days ago by
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You knew it was only a matter of time before this rumor started up again: according to Jim Salisbury of the Inquirer, the Phillies are interested in acquiring Blue Jays ace Roy Halladay. Yep, that's the same Roy Halladay the Phils pursued at the trade deadline last year before...
No More Bruntlett
20 days ago by
We Should Be GM's
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The Phillies management has plenty to do this offseason and they've already made a few decision. Brett Myers won't be back next season. Pedro Feliz could be back but not with his current contract. The Phils didn't pick up the option so he is now a free agent. I'm okay...
Barack & Chuck
9 days ago by
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At WSBGMs headquarters, somewhere in a dank basement in our mother's house according to Buzz Bissinger, we've been following the 44th President of the United States of America's ties with the Philadelphia Phillies quite closely. By now, it should be no secret that Barack...
Jimmy Rollins and Shane Victorino Are Golden Once Again
Jimmy Rollins & Shane Victorino win Gold Gloves, originally uploaded by pompomflipflopWhile individual awards obviously don't mean as much when your team falls short of the ultimate goal, it's nice to see a couple of your own guys recognized for their play.Congrats are...
Phillies Rumors: Rumors Round-Up
11 days ago by
The Recliner GM
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Alright, well after a flurry of rumors to start the off season, we haven't really heard much by way of Phillies rumors in the last couple days. Here's what I have found - please share anything you have read that I don't have here.
We are trying to re-sign Chan Ho Park...
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