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The Hunter Pence Trade
Ruben Amaro Jr. strikes again, acquiring an All-Star at the trade deadline for the third consecutive year. Of course, that doesn’t include the December 2009 trade that brought Roy Halladay to Philly. Some bullet-point reactions to the trade: On Pence: … Continue reading
Cliff Lee Returns!
On a frigid December day, Phillie fans have their thoughts on April and July and, most of all, October, as Cliff Lee signs a 5-year deal to help form (arguably) the best starting rotation in the history of baseball. The signing came … Continue reading
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Contreras and Sandberg Coming Back
The first real news of the Phillie offseason came this morning with the reports that the Phils are “close” to a deal with Jose Contreras. Right now the reports are saying 2 years/$5 million for the soon-to-be 39-year-old right-hander. This … Continue reading
Ruben Gets His Man…Again
There is a lot that can be said about Ruben Amaro’s first couple years as a General Manager–and not all good things. But, one thing he most certainly is is aggressive and committed. When he wants something, he acts swiftly, … Continue reading
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Phillies Semi-Weekly Report Card #9
Record since All-Star Break: 1-6 Overall Record: 48-46 (3rd in division, 7 behind Atlanta) This week can safely be considered a disaster. The Phils went into the All-Star break with some good momentum thanks to a 4-game sweep of Cincinnati. It seemed like they … Continue reading
Checking in With Some Notable Prospects
Major League Baseball is taking a break this week, and when it resumes, much of the talk will be about the trade deadline and who is going where. I feel like we, as baseball fans, spend so much time debating … Continue reading
Phillies Mid-Season Report Card
For a take on the Lebron Madness, see Bry’s post below. Record: 43-40, 3rd in division (6 games behind Atlanta) The Phils officially completed the 1st half of the season with a big win over the Braves on Monday night, but two … Continue reading
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A Halladay Extravaganza
Wow, how can baseball–in December, no less–cause someone to experience, at least a little, of just about all emotions under the sun? In the past 48 hours, because of this trade, I have felt joy, sadness, bitterness, exuberance, fear, arrogance, … Continue reading
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Welcome Back, Placido
Placido Polanco is coming back to Philadelphia. Much like last off-season, Ruben Amaro was faced with one spot to fill in his everyday line-up, and he acted quickly in handing a three-year deal to a solid veteran. Some questions and … Continue reading
Cimorelli’s Question of the Day
If you were Ruben Amaro, would you trade Cole Hamels for Roy Halladay?
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