Gameday: Marlins (6-4) at Phillies (7-2)
Posted by Jason Bintliff, Fri, April 16, 2010 05:30 PM | Comments: 131
Gameday 2010, Posts
Florida Marlins (6-4) at Philadelphia Phillies (7-2)
Anibal Sanchez (0-0, 6.00) vs. Roy Halladay (2-0, 0.56)
Time: 7:05, Citizens Bank Park
Weather: Scattered Thunderstorms, 68 degrees
TV: CSN Philly
Twitter: @philliesnation and below
Having a five game winning streak snapped yesterday, the Phillies look to start another as they take on division foe, the Marlins. In what will likely be the Phillies first true test of their team this season, the Phillies potent offense will see where they stand against decent pitching.
Oh, and a guy named Roy Halladay makes his Citizens Bank Park debut.
The moment we have been waiting for since December is finally here. Halladay comes home to Philly with a 2-0 record and a minuscule 0.56 ERA. In his first two starts, he has dominated hitters and notched a complete game against Houston. Although he is 0-1 with a 5.00 ERA against the Marlins in his career, there is no reason to think that Halladay won’t dazzle the hometown crowd.
Anibal Sanchez enters the game 0-0 with a 6.00 ERA. In his last start against the Dodgers, he pitched well despite getting tagged for four runs in the fourth inning. For his career, Sanchez has not fared well against the Phils, going 2-4 with a 5.40 ERA.
The Phillies bats struggled against lefty Scott Olsen in yesterday’s game, so seeing the right-handed Sanchez will be a nice break. Shane Victorino and chase Utley both have homers in consecutive games and the offense continues to click despite Raul Ibanez’s struggles.
Your Gameday Beer: Flying Fish Brewery’s Hopfish India Pale Ale
A citrusy pale ale, with a combination of American, German, and English malts, this bitter brew is balanced with a malty sweetness. Hopfish comes from local brewers, Flying Fish Brewing Company, located across the river from Philadelphia, in Cherry Hill, NJ. Try pairing it with fish, like a tilapia or Chilean sea-bass, I guess. – By Jason
GO PHILLIES!
Posts: 0 BurrGundy
It is a great weekend for a FISH FRY !!!! Ibanez will break out of the slump.
Posted: 06:07 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Repeat!
Don’t you mean ROID-UUUUUUUUL! How does a guy that is completly healthy suddenly forget how to hit. What happened to his bat speed? He is unable to catch up to 90mph fastballs on a regular bases. Yes he just missed his 1st hr over the weekend. But he doesn’t even hit the baseball hard anymore. His feable ground outs to 2nd base and shallow pop flys are getting old real quick. There were roid rumors about Ibanez in the past. Most noticeably shortly after he went on the DL last year. He denied them of course. But then again who wouldn’t. I pray to God that I’m wrong here. I really do. But what other logical conclusion could any reasonable fan come to. Please Ibanez get your bleep together. You are one more bad half away from being a bust. Pat the bat had his flaws that’s for sure… I know his stats haven’t been great in Tampa, but I think that he would’ve performed a lot better in a Phillies uni. Of course it’s bs to try and be a post-trade genius. Just saying. How close are Dominic Brown and Mayberry to being ready to become everyday players?? Ben Fran doesn’t seem capable to fitting the bill.
Posted: 06:53 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
No Raul was not on “roids” last year, and Raul went as far as saying you can test him ANY WAY you want, and he’d pay back every last cent he made in his career, if he tested positive for ANYTHING.
And you know what? I believe him, even though he’s been rather slow so far this season. He had a few good games already, so it’s far too soon to panic. Should he slump for months non-stop, THEN it may be time to start worrying a bit.
Can’t believe how quick people are to give up on Raul, and I DON’T CARE he’s in his late 30′s. that’s still no reason to reach any premature conclusions.
Posted: 07:03 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
Also, I would take Francisco as an every day player over Mayberry who seems to be a Quad-A/5th outfielder at best, and is unlikely to get that much better.
Maybe he could emerge as a really late bloomer, but I think it’s unlikely.
Posted: 07:06 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
You can’t really criticize any part of the offense when as a unit their pretty much tearing the cover off the ball, there’s only so much to go around and as some guys fall off others will pick their game up. We’ve been spoiled with the success of signing and now were likely to see the career Ibanez who’s a good hardworking player for the most part… (but that won’t be good enough for some fans)
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Mayberry’s looking far from being an everyday guy right now unless he’s facing pitchers with only fastballs. Calling for Brown (or Aumont or pretty much any high ceiling prospect) is counter-productive, just cause some teams bring their kids up to the point of being free agents by the age of 25 doesn’t mean the Phils should. Brown’s gonna be an impact player if he’s brought up with the right development, early he’ll just be a disappointment.
Posted: 07:08 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Repeat!
I’m not giving up on him WFC… Trust me… That’s why I said i’m hoping its no roids. But don’t be naive about the “you can test me anytime you want” routine. They all say that. Again I hope that I’m dead wrong on this issue.
Posted: 07:09 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Repeat!
.. I am wrong on the Ben-fran issue… You’re right he of course is the most ready to being a regular. I mentioned D. Brown because I’m a little envious on what Heyward is doing for the Braves.
Posted: 07:12 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
A 4th outfielder now seems to be expected by fans as a guy who can come in when a guy goes down and have multi-hit games, hit 20 homers and steal bases…
Francisco right one is one of the top 4th outfielders because given a full season last year showed he can hit and steal in double-digits and maintain a reasonable average. You don’t above average starting outfielders on the bench unless their their because of salary and name.
Problem is Werth goes down and it’s expected that Franky’s going to do something special in one of those games he starts.
Posted: 07:13 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
Heyward is a freak like Lincecum who didn’t need much time in the minors… Look how long it took King Felix to get thought of as more than a prospect. Can’t even think of Brown yet.
Posted: 07:15 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
I didn’t say Francisco SHOULD be a regular, just that i’d pick him as a regular over Mayberry if those were our only 2 available options.
But look, I don’t want to get into that whole Ibanez/Werth thing again, and i’d rather not think about it for a while if possible.
Posted: 07:17 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Dave
Where is the game? Guide says MLB, but it’s just some talking flyers heads
Posted: 07:17 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Brooks
I’m wondering why the lack of stolen base attempts…
Posted: 07:18 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Dave
Ahh right, ringside boxing of course (8, new to comcast)
Posted: 07:19 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
The Phils haven’t needed to run much so far.
Posted: 07:19 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Brooks
Set em up for the Big Man!
Posted: 07:22 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Repeat!
you’re right nj and wfc.. it’s better to just drop the issue.. we’re all on the same side here… Phils 1, V*gin* Creams 0.
Posted: 07:23 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Brooks
Wooooohooo! did Ryan break the shift again? (no tv here)
Posted: 07:23 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
Anyone know a place that I can listen to the radio feed online, without putting up with the shut out crap?
Posted: 07:23 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Repeat!
yes he did, base hit to lf
Posted: 07:23 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
Ibanez’s average is low but his OBP’s over 100pts higher so it’s not as bad as it seems
Posted: 07:27 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
RBI JUAN CASTRO! WTF!!! WOHOOOO!!!!!!!!
Posted: 07:27 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
WALK ROY, WALK ROY!!!
Posted: 07:28 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
CHOOCH RBI!!
Bases loaded for the DOC! Gimme an infield single :)
Posted: 07:29 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Repeat!
Grand Slam for Roy?
Posted: 07:29 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
Full count!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted: 07:30 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
LOLOLOL look at the pitch count already, this dude is getting chased!
Posted: 07:30 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
Oh man, that was close!!!!!!!! Let’s go Phillies!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted: 07:31 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
The offense is just ridiculous… Time to load up the all-star reserves!
Can’t believe I looked at the breakdowns and sat Vic for McLouth on my fantasy team today… Stupid
Posted: 07:32 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Brooks
35 pitch count for Sanchez – 10 for King Roy in first inning.
Posted: 07:34 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
Uts CHASEley
Posted: 07:35 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
Sanchez: Over/Under 4 innings?
Posted: 07:36 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
over- between 4+ and 4.2
Posted: 07:37 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
I hope the rain doesn’t interfere with Roy’s start!! GO AWAY
Posted: 07:41 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
HOME RUN PLACIDO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted: 07:42 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Repeat!
….this dude is possessed
Posted: 07:43 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
I forgot there was a game tonight, just tuned in. Ugh, rain. Make it quick, Doc.
Posted: 07:48 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Yikes, can you say “rain delay”?
Posted: 07:51 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
Looks like it’s raining harder…. not cool.
Posted: 07:51 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
just looked it up and going into the game the Phillies lead the league in least amount of K’s and are join 3rd in walks…
(and lead in pitching walks in spite of Happ and Baez’s walks…)
Posted: 07:51 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Manny
F*ck, we’re screwed
Posted: 07:52 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Radio says they expect this to be a passing squall.
Posted: 07:52 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
If the game gets called off now, we’d probably have to play the damn thing over again :(
Posted: 07:54 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
WERTH!!!!
Posted: 07:56 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
It’s nice to see the Phils playing like this against a “real” team. A lot of people were saying that they were only doing well because they were up against the Astros and the Gnats.
Posted: 07:58 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Brooks
OK, Raul moved him over.. pass
Posted: 07:59 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Brooks
Which Castro is this?
Posted: 07:59 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Hmn… after that play, I’m not sure I can call the Marlins a “real” team! :D
Posted: 08:02 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 Number 47
And Halladay’s hit streak continues!
Posted: 08:04 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
The Marlins are probably the worst defensive team in baseball
Posted: 08:05 PM on April 16, 2010
Posts: 0 WFC010
WORSE defensively than the NATINALS?
Posted: 08:06 PM on April 16, 2010