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Here is that silly but cute commerical advertising the 2 night hotel package in the City of Brotherly Love.

I know, I know it's not baseball but it's just something stupid but fun.

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Here Come the Yank's

The team that is second in the American League East is making it's first visit to Citizens Bank Park this evening against the Phils, who dodged a bullet yesterday from defeating Tampa
Bay and avoiding another listeless sweep. Now the Phils should learn to play baseball like that every night.

On another note: I know Ryan "Mad Dog" Madison isn't that well liked among the 'net fans online, but I've grown more impressed by his every performance. He had a brillent performance against the Diamoundbacks, did mediocre against the Mets and did very nicely last night. Is he perfect-by all means no he's not, but Mad Dog is improving bit by bit. For that Ryan Madison deserves my respect, he's really earning his way on the rotation.

On the other hand Gillick is still keeping Charlie, and blames our starting pitching for our screw ups. Gillick has neither made any trades or moves before the July 31st deadline, since most teams have there starting pitchers already; but at least Gillick isn't sitting in his ivory tower and not saying anything, too bad he's sitting in the ivory tower DOING nothing.

We do need another 3B, and RF, and perhaps some better power hitters that a lot of the teams are able to get but we, for some blasted reason (does everyone hate Philadelphia or just the Phillies?) can't. Oh yeah and PITCHING! STARTING PITCHING!

Okay I'm done, good luck against the Yanks!

Sorry

Sorry everyone, I really haven't had time to update my blog for awhile, since I had the family over and a very busy schedule.

But at time it just doesn't seem worth it.

Lets face it-the Phils have hit rock bottom.

It's time for a change guys, seriously.

Manuel needs to go. Gillick needs to do something worth while instead of sitting on his hands.

The whole team seems like it's trapped in a mine-riddled woods.

Need I go on?

Note to the whole damn blasted team: Guys, seriously, this is the major leagues, please play like your in the ML. Thank you!

"I think Jack Bauer is a stud."

Here is an article from MLB, Left Field column on Aaron Rowand, talking about him, his kids, the tv shows he watches; "Wild Pitches With Aaron Rowand." Enjoy!

Oh yeah and FINALLY WE WIN A GAME AGAINST THE BLASTED POS NATS!

Sal's Pals Has Some Friends....

Here is a cool article from the City Paper on the one, the only Sal Fasano.

Click on title.

The Tale of the Broom, the Bat and the Ball

Did anyone see that Phillies Phan with the broom, making a total ass of himself? Now that is almost as crazy as Utley running into the Dodgers catcher, but funnier.

Way to go Phillies for your first sweep since May, and your 4th win in a row. You not only beat one of the finest pitchers (Webb) in the NL, but you also raised eyebrows with your young pitchers: "King" Cole Hamels and Ryan "Mad Dog" Madson. They pulled through pitching one inning after another, beautifully. They really made me pround of our pitching staff for once this season. Madson still has a few problems here and there, but he pulled through in nearly 7 2/3 innings. Very nice, Mad Dog. Hamels pitched for 5/6 innings, throwing a lot of curve and fly balls and giving more walks than HR's. That admireable, good job by everyone.

Jimmy Rollins did something none of us thought he could do, but he did; he hit a homer, along with Sal Fasano (can he actually do that). The bullpen really rallied and hit, got on base early as they should be and scored in the early innings; something they should continue to do. The Phils worked hard throughout, that by the end of the series, the camera captured how relaxed the bullpen was; smiles were everywhere. Good going guys, you deserve it!

On to Washington D.C. against the Nationals for 4 games.

Better bring that broom, we have more "sweeping" to do.

King Cole strikes again!

Cole Hamels owns the Diamondbacks, and dispite giving a few walks here and there; Hamels went on to do very well last night. Not a bad come back after getting off the DL.

The whole team on a great effort, and played like winners and this time being winners as well: 10-1.

We have won two games in this series, and 3 games straight so far. Are we up for another winning streak, where the sound of May come back again? I know, it's way too early to tell.

Good luck again, tonight in Phoenix, Phillies!

IN THE PRESS...from the Inky and the Daily News.

Phils, Hamels handle Diamondbacks by Todd Zolecki
http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/sports/14758609.htm

Draft News:

Phillies Draft fiery fireball by Todd Zolecki
http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/sports/14756427.htm

Merry young Cole returns to lift Phillies by Marcus Hayes
http://www.philly.com/mld/dailynews/sports/14758422.htm

Phils select Dubee's son in 18th round by Marcus Hayes
http://www.philly.com/mld/dailynews/sports/14758423.htm

Brandon Webb is a MoFo!

The title says it all, do I need to explain myself?

By the way, there is no way in hell I'm a Diamondbacks fan it's Phils (good or bad) all the way!

Eric Gregg has passed...(1951-2006)

Umpire Eric Gregg
1951-2005

I don't know much about the umps at the games and nor do I know about Eric Gregg, but he passed away this evening in a Philadelphia area hospital. Gregg was known to be a staple at Vetrens Stadium and Citizens Bank Park.

Smokin' Steve at All Atheltic saw him at the same game I attended on Wednesday against the Nationals; and I didn't know anything about Gregg until the other night when the press mentioned him having a massive stroke. This is an unfortunate event for the Gregg family and I send my deep condolences and prayers to his family.

Good bye Ump Eric Gregg, you'll be missed!

Diamond Fashions

Here's a cool website from the Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, on the evolution of the baseball uniform, explaining all the different features therein. It's a neat and nifty website that covers a lot of area as to the history of baseball as well-going back to the 1840's when the first clubs were formed.

Definetly check out this website, it's excellent!

Click on title for link.

IN THE PRESS...

Get your papers, get your papers here!

Here is some articles from the Inky and the Daily News:

Myers steady as Phils fight 6-4 win by Todd Zolecki
http://www.philly.com/mld/philly/sports/baseball/14741603.htm
Basic article on the game.

Utsy Move Keys Win by Marcus Hayes
http://www.philly.com/mld/philly/sports/baseball/14742779.htm
This little article is about the crush.

From the LA Times:

Phillies Crash Dodgers' by Bill Shaikin
http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-dodgers5jun05,1,3472309.story?coll=la-headlines-sports&ctrack=1&cset=true

See y'all later. Good luck in Pheonix, Phillies!

Franklin as Starter?

I'm not sure if I want this-do you?

Do the Phillies overall?

Will Manuel be crazy enough to put Franklin as starter, as shaky as he [Franklin] is when he pitches. So far I haven't seen a good performance out of Franklin as a Phillie, and I wouldn't want to take such a risk.

But then again I felt the same way about Madison, until I watched the 16 inning game against the Mets, and then live at Citizens Bank Park against the Brew Crew; though Madison still has his problems as well: Like not being able to throw beyond the 5th inning.

I still think we should shop for a better pitcher, somewhere in the majors; even if he's a free agent and not be afraid to put in the big bucks for him. Honestly Gillick, are you listening. Start shopping NOW and not for a deal but for a guy who will produce when he's at the mound.

It's not a bad thing to take risks here and there, but if those risks are done in a smart manner (okay not all risk are prudent)-but Franklin as starter I'm not to settled on entirely. For the few times I've seen him pitch he's be less than spetacular. I wouldn't do it, unless I knew he could produce decently in a game.

If your crazy, make it pay!

Seriously someone should give Chase Utley an award, because he sure as heck can play baseball. If it means running over the catcher to try and win a game for your team, I've got to give you some respect. Utley, Rowand, Howard, Myers...we have a core now we just have to capitalize on it.

We won the game against the Dodgers, 6-2 in Los Angeles today and then head to Arizona against the Diamoundbacks. Let me just say that 2 outta 4 ain't bad, but I wish it was 3 to 4 or the whole enchiladas. Our pitching still sucks, hence Floyd being sent down to Scranton and our rookies (Brito) aren't as great either. Myers is still in top shape and can throw a mean curveball, fastball, hell just the freaking ball striking one player and another. Flash Gordon can save almost any game the Phils end up screwing up, and should pitch for more innings instead of trading one reliever for another and another as Manuel does.

I was impressed with Ryan Madison last Sunday against the Brew Crew, I was mildly impressed with him on Saturday at Dodgers Stadium. He seemed to lose in around the 6th inning, when he should of been pulled a little earlier, when he was beginning to falter.

I'm excited about Hamels coming back to pitch on Tuesday and I look forward to his first home game, there are many fans who are anticipating his first time pitching at CBP. Honestly how much would you pay to see "King Cole-Hollywood" Hamels play?

Okay it's late and I'm tired. Good night y'all-or good morning if you end up reading this then.

CHASE!

Yes that Chase, the Phillies second baseman; he's really hot, gorgeous, steely blue eyes...er... sorry I got kind of off subject. But seriously guys, I think he's hot, I'm only human.

Anyway he's having an amazing night at Dodgers Stadium, hitting a bunch of homers and singles, making sure to get himself on base and hustle, hustle, hustle. What a great night he's having, everybody should give him a hand for what he's put in tonight.

Now if only J-Roll can take some hints... we could be a little bit better in the batters lineup.

It's the bottom of the 8th, 8-6 Phillies. Rhodes is pitching now. Keep on rolling Phils!

IN THE PRESS...

Hey y'all, the game is about to start and here is some articles from the Philadelphia inquire or as we Philadelphian's call-The Inky.

Floyd Flounders in loss to Dodgers by Todd Zolecki
http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/sports/14722416.htm

Phils surprise, but also infuriate by Todd Zolecki
http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/sports/14720122.htm
This is a nice article that covers the Phils lack of a decent pitiching staff, and what could or should be done about it. Nice praise for ACE Myers and the new kid Madison, but Zolecki isn't sold on Hamels just yet. He's impressed (as I am) in Gordon, and Ryan Howard. Nice look at stats too.

Phillies Notes: Help on Rotation is On the Way
http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/sports/14720061.htm
More pitching information to pass along of the Inky.

and from the Philadelphia Daily News...boy so true and so depressing...

Floyd starting to look like an ex-starter by Marcus Hayes
http://www.philly.com/mld/dailynews/sports/14722247.htm

Anyhow Floyd was sent back to Scranton and Eude Brito has be brought to pitch as a possible reliever tonight or tomorrow night. I'll see how he does on the mound.

Have a good, stormy night y'all. At least the Phils aren't playing at CBP, the game would be cancelled.

Postmodern Baseball

At Pawking's Phillies Sportsbeat, the wonderful Pawking has written and wonderful post on modernism and postmodernism and how it fits into baseball and to a certain extent baseball writing. Thoughtful and provocative, by all means everyone should check it out!

Link in title.

You Know What They Say About Lazy Summer Days...

that they really get to you. So yes I've been more than lazy lately, at least in regards to this blog and to all my readers I apologize. I'll continue trying to update as much as possible.

As everyone knows the Phils are playing in Dodgers Stadium in LA. I hope the guys don't suffer from jet lag, I know I would; and they at least win. It was disappointing to see the guys lose in there last game to the Nationals. There wasn't a person with a sad face who left the ballfield yesterday afternoon, and booing-lost of booing at the end.

Who I want to relieve for tonights game-either Madison or Gordon. But for all I know Manuels might put up Corimer, but god NOT FRANKLIN! I'm still not sold on Floyd not matter what anyone else says.

King Cole did well at Lakewood (A) and is set to fly out to LA tomorrow. Yeah, it's nice to see Cole Hamels back in rotation, am I the only one?

Good night, and good luck to the Phillies.