Gameday: Twins (38-31) at Phillies (35-30)
Posted by Amanda Orr, Sat, June 19, 2010 03:30 PM | Comments: 197
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Minnesota Twins (38-31) at Philadelphia Phillies (35-30)
Kevin Slowey, RHP (7-4, 3.84 ERA) vs. Cole Hamels, LHP (6-5, 3.74 ERA)
Time: 4:10, Citizens Bank Park
Weather: Sunny, 85
TV: FOX
Twitter: @philliesnation
Three in a row, Phils. Keep it going!
In last night’s victory, there was quite a power display from Chase Utley and Ryan Howard. There’s nothing like a little boost in the ‘ole slugging percentage, and hopefully the middle of the order can continue to show off their power against Kevin Slowey. Slowey, like Nick Blackburn, is not exactly overpowering, therefore there could be more crooked numbers today.
Cole Hamels will try for his seventh win of the season. His win-loss record does not reflect the way he has pitched because of the lack of run support at times. Hamels has shown signs of returning to his 2008 form, however he still tends to get plagued by the long ball. Hamels has already allowed 14 home runs this year, and the Twins have plenty of hitters who are capable of going yard.
Luckily, Joe Mauer (.271 in June) and Justin Morneau (.204 in June) are not as hot with the bat as they can be. Despite still having great offensive numbers, they are both in a little bit of a funk, compared to some of the numbers they have put up throughout their careers.
UPDATE, 4:00 p.m.: If you’re interested as to why Scott Mathieson was put on waivers today instead of being optioned directly to the minors, here’s an explanation.
Your Gameday Beer- Konigshoeven Blond Trappist Ale
Tonight’s beer comes from the De Koningshoeven Brewery, a Dutch Trappist brewery. It is the only producer of Trappist beer outside of Belgium. Run inside an abbey, the monks get the water for the beer from five 200-metre deep wells on the grounds. La Trappe Blond is one of their many offerings. This Pale Ale is bitter and sweet like fruit candy, but less sweet by comparison to the more popular Leffe Blonde. – By Brian
Go Phillies!
Posts: 0 Bart Shart
Rest assured that I will be in the stands cheering for Cole. He is starting to look real sharp.
Posted: 03:55 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 1376 Pat Gallen
I nearly hit the nail on the head yesterday with my prediction. Today: I’ll go 6-3 Phils win.
Posted: 04:11 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
Why does Hamels blow during the day?
Posted: 04:25 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
Of course the Met’s lose today so naturally day Hamels rears his ugly head and screws his team before they have a chance to do anything.
Posted: 04:28 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Josh
wow ibanez is a big liability on the field and at the plate..
Posted: 04:28 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Is it just me, or does the video look weird? I feel like I’m watching a 30-year-old rebroadcast.
Posted: 04:29 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Georgie
What’s the story on Chooch, is he ok? Will he be back? I’m worried…
Posted: 04:31 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Well, Pat, Hamels gave up your 3. Now the Phils need to score your 6!
Posted: 04:32 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
@Georgie: Yeah, that was scary last night!
Posted: 04:33 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Ruiz info on Phillies site here: http://bit.ly/aHNDsS
Posted: 04:35 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 shag beta sigma delta
It sucks not being able to watch or DVR this game today, but I guess I have to work some time. Looks like Cole had a tough inning there, it is time for the offense to pick him up, for all the games that he pitched great and got no runs. It is time for the offense to go on an extended hot streak. Lets get at least on back right now in the bottom of the first. Time to Cole a win in a 11-4 or 10-6 ball game for a change
Posted: 04:35 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Woo hoo! And we’re off!
Posted: 04:36 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 shag beta sigma delta
there we go shane, that is the way to lead off, take a few balls and then single, now steal second and let Polly single you home.
Posted: 04:37 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Josh
this pitcher is very hittable..not a strike out pitcher..so this could be a high scoring game
Posted: 04:38 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
Georgie…Chooch will probably be out for a week or so, they brought up a back up catcher.
Posted: 04:38 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 shag beta sigma delta
Or just take the walk and let Chase tie the game with on short sweet swing
Posted: 04:38 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Josh
geeze chase..
Posted: 04:41 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Josh
just foreshadowing ..prove me wrong
Posted: 04:41 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
WHEE!!! It’s a 1-run ball game!
Posted: 04:42 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
Great job Utley!
Posted: 04:43 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 shag beta sigma delta
Nice at Bat Chase, he may be back, that is how this team should be playing, Cole has a rough inning and you pick him up right away, not it is the big boys turn, just a nice fly ball Ryan if you goes out that is even better
Posted: 04:44 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Georgie
Thanks Tracey and Ed. I wonder if he’s concussed? If so, how can they say when he’ll be back? Still worried, I love Chooch.
Alright! Got 2 of em back!
Posted: 04:44 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Rats. OK, Jayson: show us what you’re Werth!
Posted: 04:46 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 shag beta sigma delta
OK Jayson it is your turn to pick up the big guy, get Chase home from third please.
Posted: 04:46 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Oh, baby! I did not think he was safe!
Posted: 04:47 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
(seeing the replay) Oh, yeah, definitely safe.
Posted: 04:48 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
RAUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUL!
Posted: 04:49 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
“Slowey”? I thought that was Moyer’s nickname. :D
Posted: 04:51 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
Definitely safe but it was the wrong call to send him. It just happened to work out this time.
Posted: 04:52 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
WOW!!! I didn’t see that coming!
Posted: 05:03 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
No one did Tracey.
Posted: 05:06 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
On the subject of Moyer I wonder if his kid who just got drafted throws like his pa…
Posted: 05:07 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Perlozzo is definitely being daring today. I hope it doesn’t bite us on the a$$
Posted: 05:09 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
HAHAHA!!!! I was about to joke, “It’s been almost 20 hours, Ryan, you’re overdue for a HR!” And then he hit one!!!
Posted: 05:11 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
BIG BROWN!!!
Posted: 05:11 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
But I’m sorry to tell you, Pat: they’ve already blown your prediction. In a good way. :D
Posted: 05:11 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 PaulyPizza
Paul Pizza from da Jersey shore reporting , as predicted by Pizza that da Phillies are back bashing! Bring on da upstart Mutts, I can only hope Doc Holliday deck that classless clown Reyes!
Posted: 05:12 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 NJ
Big Brown WILL be in serious MVP consideration this year, that average shows he’s made effective adjustments this year which is why he got the kwan
Posted: 05:13 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 PaulyPizza
AARP Warrior toes the rubber tom, Prediction 9-4 Phillies!
Posted: 05:18 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Michael Milken? Sorry, I still primarily associate him with the worst Wall Street behavior. Hearing him talk about charity makes my skin crawl.
Posted: 05:20 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 PaulyPizza
reader’s Poll
The Most Annoying player in da national league
1.Jose Reyes
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Posted: 05:23 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
RAUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUL!!!
Posted: 05:25 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Ed R.
RAULLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLLL
Posted: 05:26 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Glutenous
RAAAAAUUUUL! What a liability!
Posted: 05:26 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
Dropped it into the opposing bullpen! hahaha!
Posted: 05:26 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 miked63
I think everyone can say the offensive slump is officially over
Posted: 05:27 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 PaulyPizza
M.Milken is cretin and sleazebag of highest order!
the fact he play philantrophist and humanitarian card when he fleeced millions in Drexel Burnham is a bit a joke.
but heh, It’s America!
Posted: 05:28 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Glutenous
Hamels’ at bat that he just had looked like a greg dobbs at bat. Scary!
Posted: 05:30 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 Tracey
So let’s hit as many HRs as possible, and take Milken for all he’s worth!
Posted: 05:31 PM on June 19, 2010
Posts: 0 PaulyPizza
This team is too good to continue slumping…too many money player. when J roll comes back , it’s only gonna get better.
though we could use another pitcher , any pedestrian 4th start would do… Pizza has little faith in Blanton or durability of Kendrik.
Posted: 05:31 PM on June 19, 2010