Photo by Mike Carlson/MLB Photos via Getty Images Are you still recovering from the parade? Alright, the parade is over and we can now officially focus our attention on the Phillies. That’s a good thing, right? Or would you rather watch the Sixers? The games will begin soon enough, but the first full squad workout happens on Monday. That’s going to be a good day. On to … [Read more...] about Rise and Phight: 2/15/2025
Phillies add two more players with spring training invites
Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Boston Red Sox/Getty Images Depth is never a bad thing In the never ending quest to add depth to the organization, the Phillies announced two more non-roster invitees that will be among those that open camp on Monday. Christian Arroyo was a first round draft pick by the Giants in 2013 and started making top 100 prospect lists a few years later. … [Read more...] about Phillies add two more players with spring training invites
A brief history of Valentines against the Phillies
Set Number: X25615 TK1 R5 F19 It’s a small list of players When you think of February 14, you think of Valentine’s Day. Likely, you have plans this evening to do something with your significant other. Maybe that’s a simple dinner at home, maybe it’s an extravagant time out on the town. What you haven’t thought about is how many Valentines have ever faced the Phillies on … [Read more...] about A brief history of Valentines against the Phillies
Pokémon comes to Citizens Bank Park
Gotta Catch ‘em All is pretty good advice for baseball players, too Years ago, a dread tide washed over parents from coast to coast. Their children, once wide-eyed and cheerful tykes, began to issue endless demands, alternately plaintive and vituperative, for pieces of decorated cardboard. And a single purchase of said cardboard would not be enough, no. There were many such … [Read more...] about Pokémon comes to Citizens Bank Park
The Notes: Sosa Outfield, Taijuan Walker, and Mercado
Kyle Ross-Imagn Images There is actual news because camp started. Pitchers and catchers reported on Wednesday and there is actual news to talk about. Andrew Painter is in camp, Dombrowski talked up Aidan Miller, and JT Realmuto will play fewer games in 2025. That’s not the stuff to care about. Michael Mercado is now being viewed in the organization as a reliever. … [Read more...] about The Notes: Sosa Outfield, Taijuan Walker, and Mercado