Umpire Joe West: ‘I was just following the rules I made up’
Veteran umpire Joe West said Tuesday that he was correct to use replay during Sunday’s Phillies-Marlins game and maintained that he was simply “following the rules [he] made up.” “Look, as an umpire, there are strict... [Read more...]
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Shane Victorino suspended for charging first base
Major League Baseball announced Monday that Shane Victorino will be suspended for 30 games after making an aggressive charge toward first base during a first-inning single against the Nationals on Sunday. Victorino,... [Read more]
Phillies recall Hunter Pence from Houston Astros
After weeks of speculation, the Phillies finally recalled promising young outfielder Hunter Pence from Triple-A Houston on Friday. The Phillies were exploring the trade market for a right-handed outfielder... [Read more]
Phillies to retire Danys Baez’s jersey in pregame jersey-burning
The Phillies will hold a pregame ceremony on Saturday afternoon before they take on the San Diego Padres to retire relief pitcher Danys Baez’s No. 55 jersey by throwing it into a bonfire. Baez, who... [Read more]
Phillies place Phanatic on DL, recall Ferrous from Lehigh
The Phillies have recalled promising young mascots Ferrous and FeFe from Lehigh Valley on Thursday to replace the Phillie Phanatic, who was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a neck contusion. The... [Read more]
Baby, I never meant to cause you no pain, by J.C. Romero
Baby, I know I did some things to hurt you, but you know we belong together. And you know that I’m right. This thing we had between us was something special, sweet baby. Since you let me go, all... [Read more]
Phillies casually leave Raul Ibanez behind in Seattle
Following a 2-0 loss to the Mariners, the Phillies casually left Seattle on Monday without telling left fielder Raul Ibanez, hoping no one would notice for a while. “I don’t know what you’re... [Read more]
Report: Phillies fanbase shows concern for Cole Hamels
After a long history of callous behavior toward Cole Hamels, Phillies fans are now reportedly showing concern for the starting pitcher’s well-being after he left Tuesday’s start against the... [Read more]
New rule to allow pitchers to DH for Phillies batters
Major League Baseball took a gigantic step toward improving the quality of offense during Phillies games by allowing pitchers to serve as designated hitters for position players. With the Phillies’... [Read more]
Phillies fail to capitalize on bases loaded walks
The Phillies were unable to capitalize on several early scoring opportunities against the Dodgers on Tuesday, including a scoreless first inning that featured three bases loaded walks. “The Dodgers... [Read more]
