PinnedJust SayingWho will Phillies target in free agency? By Larry Shenk Media sources report the Phillies have begun interviewing for a new president, or general manager, or both. Or, no one as the possibility exists that there will be no new hires for now. The Phillies, like most teams, have needs…Baseball2 min readBaseball2 min read
6 days agoA FAN’S VIEWLooking for starting pitchers? Here are 8 in the Phillies system that may provide help when needed. By Steve Potter Last season assumptions were made by some folks that the Phillies wouldn’t be able to provision the depth needed over the course of a long season. Twenty-two Phillies minor league…Baseball10 min readBaseball10 min read
Published in Phillies Insider·Mar 15A Real RarityOnly a handful of Phillies pitchers have made their debuts as teenagers. It last happened in 1980. With the help of baseball-reference.com what follows is a journey through the franchise’s last 80 seasons. A few familiar names among 10 young arms. Of the 10 only two won their debut. 1980…Baseball History5 min readBaseball History5 min read
Published in Phillies Insider·Mar 2Introducing….An inside look at a long-time behind-the-scenes Phillies voice. Generations of Phillies fans have heard Harry Kalas, Andy Musser, Richie Ashburn, Larry Andersen, Chris Wheeler, Scott Franzke, Tom McCarthy and Dan Baker. Household names and voices. If you have called the Phillies office over the past four decades, chances are…Baseball5 min readBaseball5 min read
Published in Phillies Insider·Feb 18Truly A Baseball TreasureJames Timothy McCarver carved out a legendary career both on the field and in the broadcast booth over six decades, truly a baseball treasure. He died at age 81 in his hometown of Memphis on February 16. He wore a major league uniform for four decades, 21 years to be…Baseball5 min readBaseball5 min read
Feb 8All In The FamilyWhile nugget hunting, brothers and family became an interesting lifeline in Phillies history. Hall of Famer Ed Delahanty is the earliest nugget, one of eight brother combos who wore a Phillies uniform. He and brother, Tom, were the first, September 19, 1894. It was Tom’s only game with the Phillies…Baseball3 min readBaseball3 min read
Published in Phillies Insider·Feb 7Remembering The PopeIt can be said that he single-handedly turned the Phillies franchise around and may well be the best “baseball” man in club history. “He” is Paul (The Pope) Owens who was born 99 years ago today in Salamanca, NY. After one year at Rider College, he joined the Army and…Baseball4 min readBaseball4 min read
Published in Phillies Insider·Jan 17A Fan’s ViewAnother new MLB rule that’ll be in play in the majors this season, defensive positioning. By Steve Potter The defensive team must have a minimum of four players on the infield, each of whom must have both feet completely in front of the outer boundary of the infield, and two…Baseball4 min readBaseball4 min read
Published in Phillies Insider·Jan 10A Fan’s ViewMajor League Baseball’s new “disengagement” rule for pitchers and base runners is coming to the majors this season. By Steve Potter When there’s a runner on base, the pitcher is allowed two step offs and/or throws to a base per batter. On the third “disengagement” the pitcher must either pick…Baseball2 min readBaseball2 min read
Published in Phillies Insider·Jan 4Baseball LiferCharlie Manuel was born 79 years ago today in Northfork, WV. Began his pro career as a 19-year-old he began his pro baseball career. Here’s his story. A four-sport star athlete (basketball, baseball, football, track and field) at Parry McCluer High School in Buena Vista, VA, Charlie Manuel received college…Baseball4 min readBaseball4 min read
