Category Archives: Philadelphia Phillies

Ridiculously Early Trade Rumors are Upon Us

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Major League Baseball’s trade season – and the bevy of crazy rumors and speculation that come with it – is officially upon us. The Mariners and Diamondbacks fired the opening salvo with last week’s six-player swap that was highlighted by … Continue reading →

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Phillies Could Trade Cliff Lee in Spring Training

Posted on February 6, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Phillies are in the midst of a long overdue rebuild and it’s looking more and more like a full-on clearance sale for established – and well-paid – veteran talent. General manager Ruben Amaro Jr. has already moved Jimmy Rollins … Continue reading →

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Trade Brewing: Milwaukee and Philadelphia Discussing Jonathan Papelbon Trade

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

In a move that makes very little sense for Milwaukee, the Brewers are reportedly deep in talks to acquire closer Jonathan Papelbon from the Philadelphia Phillies. Philadelphia has been trying to move Papelbon for quite some time as the club … Continue reading →

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MLB Arbitration Rundown

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

If you were anywhere near Twitter yesterday, your feed was probably inundated with arbitration updates. That’s because Friday marked the deadline for teams and arbitration-eligible players to exchange salary figures; each submitting what they think the individual player is worth … Continue reading →

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Atlanta Braves Sign Veteran Southpaw Wandy Rodriguez

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Veteran left-hander Wandy Rodriguez has signed a minor-league deal with the Atlanta Braves. Rodriguez, 36, is coming off of two disappointing seasons in Pittsburgh that saw him make just 18 starts over the past two seasons as he was hampered … Continue reading →

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Philadelphia Phillies Sign Aaron Harang

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Philadelphia Phillies have reportedly agreed to a one-year, $5 million deal with free agent starter Aaron Harang. The move is a far cry from years past where the club traded for Roy Halladay or signed free agent Cliff Lee, … Continue reading →

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Examining Ryan Howard’s Trade Value

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

The Philadelphia Phillies are in the early stages of a long-overdue rebuild. The club has already shipped off long-time face of the franchise Jimmy Rollins to the Dodgers, parted ways with A.J. Burnett, and moved Marlon Byrd to the division-rival … Continue reading →

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Ryan Madson Attempting Comeback with the Royals

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

Ryan Madson has reportedly agreed to a minor-league contract with the Kansas City Royals worth a guaranteed $850,000. The pact also includes an invitation to major-league spring training camp and gives Madson – attempting a comeback after missing the last … Continue reading →

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Top 20 Remaining Free Agents, Ranked

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Jeremiah Graves

It would be an understatement to say that this off-season has been hectic. This has been one of the most chaotic off-seasons that I’ve ever seen with players changing uniforms at a breakneck pace. That having been said, the calendar … Continue reading →

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Dodgers Acquire Shortstop Jimmy Rollins from Phillies

Posted on December 10, 2014 by Jeremiah Graves

The Dodgers have acquired long-time Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins. Confirmation of the deal comes from ESPN’s Buster Olney after the trade came together quickly this afternoon, seemingly spurred by comments from Rollins indicating that he would approve a trade to … Continue reading →

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MLB Winter Meetings: The Six Biggest Storylines

Posted on December 8, 2014 by Jeremiah Graves

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all-ages; the moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here. Let’s get ready to ruuuuuuuuuumble… And by rumble, I obviously mean partake in lengthy discourse about the relative long-term value of one … Continue reading →

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Philadelphia Phillies Fan Gets Tasered

Posted on May 4, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

When the action on the field grows tiresome too many fans decide to create their own entertainment. That was the case last night in Philadelphia where a 17-year-old Phillies fan hopped the fence and ran onto the field during the … Continue reading →

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Countdown to Spring Training: 10 Days

Posted on February 7, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The countdown is officially on. According to MLB.com the first date that pitchers and catchers can report for Spring Training in February 17th. As such, I’m going to provide my readers with a video featuring a Major League Moment or … Continue reading →

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Placido Polanco Signs with the Philadelphia Phillies

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Placido Polanco is coming back to Philly. After spending four and a half years in Detroit, the Phillies have reportedly signed the 34-year-old to take over as the club’s everyday third baseman. The contract is believed to be a three-year, … Continue reading →

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One of My Favorite Baseball Moments…

Posted on December 2, 2006 by Jeremiah Graves

It’s Game 6 of the 1993 World Series and you’re a fan watching the game at home. You see Joe Carter step to the plate and you can just feel the electricity in the air. The Jays have one of … Continue reading →