Cole Hamels hit a roadblock in New York early this evening, as he was rocked by the Mets for 7 runs on 8 hits in just 4 and 1/3rd innings, spoiling an otherwise perfect season. Don't worry about Cole, there's nothing wrong with him. He was just a little rusty following the All-Star break and he'll be fine. As disappointing as Cole was, the Phils' bats were more so, managing just 2 runs on 6 hits off Johnathon Niese. The Phils' hitting has been inconsistent all year though, and it hasn't seemed to bother them yet. So I wouldn't worry too much about that either and nor can the Phils. They will need to quickly erase the memory of the 11-2 loss they suffered today and come back strong tomorrow to pick up another series win.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Friday, July 15, 2011
PHILLIES NEWS
The Phils returned from the All-Star break tonight with a vengeance as they enertained the Mets at Citi Field in New York. Vance Worley got the start and allowed just 1 run on 3 hits while striking out 4 in 5 and 1/3rd innings. Meanwhile, John Mayberry Jr. continued his hot streak, racking a 2 run single in the 2nd inning and a 3 run double in the 8th inning, for his first career 5 RBI night. Raul Ibanez also had a great night with a spectacular diving catch in the 5th inning, followed by a 1 out solo homer in the 6th inning. Finally, Ryan Madson returned to action with a 1-2-3 7th inning and the young guns, Micheal Stutes and Antonio Bastardo handled things from there in a 7-2 Phils win, their 58th of the season thus far.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
PHILLIES NEWS
The Phils have placed Placido Polanco on the 15 day DL retroactive to July 7th, meaning he can return by July 22nd, in time for the Phils first post all-star break homestand. Meanwhile, Ryan Madson was activated from the DL and should pitch this weekend. Scott Matheison was sent back down to AAA to make room for Madson.
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
SIXERS NEWS
A group led by billionaire Joshua Harris has reportedly reached a $280 million deal to buy the Sixers from Comcast-Spectacor. The sale still must be approved by the NBA before it is final.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
PHILLIES NEWS
Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee combined to allow just 1 run in the first 3 and 2/3rd's innings as the National League defeated the American League 5-1 in the 2011 MLB All Star game. Halladay tossed 2 scoreless frames to start the game while Lee allowed just 1 run on 3 hits in an inning and 2/3rds. Prince Fielder hit a line drive 3 run homer in the 4th inning to help lead the NL to the win and cop the All Star game MVP award.
Monday, July 11, 2011
PHILLIES NEWS
Roy Halladay has been named the starting pitcher for the National League in the 2011 MLB All Star game. Unfortunately, with Shane Victorino and Placido Polanco both out of the game with injuries, Cole Hamels ineligible because he pitched Sunday, and Cliff Lee virtually ineligible having pitched Saturday, Halladay may well be the only Phil to play in the 2011 All-Star game. There is a slight chance Lee could pitch, but it would only be a quick outing.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
PHILLIES NEWS
The Phils finished their first half of the season in grand fashion this afternoon. Cole Hamels allowed just 1 run on 3 hits while striking out 6 in 8 innings on the way to his 11th win. Meanwhile, the Phils destroyed Braves pitching on the afternoon, to the tune of 14 runs on 20 hits. Things actually started slowly for them with only a few runs though first 6 innings, but from then on it seemed every pitch a Brave threw went for a hit or a run. Raul Ibanez was the leading man by far, going 2 for 5 with 6 RBIs and 2 runs scored. Micheal Martinez also had 4 hits and 2 runs scored, John Mayberry Jr. had 3 hits and 4 RBIs, Dom Brown had 3 hits, 2 RBIs, and 2 runs scored, Jimmy Rollins had 3 hits an RBI and a run scored, and finally Ryan Howard chipped in with 2 hits, an RBI, and 2 runs scored. So in the end when the dust finally settled the Phils had demolished Atlanta 14-1 to claim a 3.5 game lead and a franchise record tying 57th win heading into the All-Star break.
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