Gameday: Phillies (93-63) at Nationals (67-89)
Posted by Brian Michael, Mon, September 27, 2010 05:50 PM | Comments: 0
2010 Gameday, Posts
Philadelphia Phillies (93-63) at Washington Nationals (67-89)
John Lannan, LHP (8-7, 4.58 ERA) vs. Roy Halladay (20-10, 2.53 ERA)
Time: 7:05, Nationals Stadium
Weather: Chance of rain, 66
TV: CSN
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The Phillies 2010 season began in Washington, DC with Roy Halladay squaring off against John Lannan. It could for all intents and purposes come to a close tonight under the same scenario. A Phillies win or a Braves loss will clinch the fourth consecutive division title for the Phillies.
Rain is expected tonight, so there is a chance the game will be postponed or even canceled. For the latest on how the weather will affect tonight’s game, follow Twitter:
After a brief appearance in yesterday’s game, Jimmy Rollins will not be starting.
Today’s lineup: Victorino CF, Polanco 3B, Utley 2B, Howard 1B, Werth RF, Ibanez LF, Ruiz C, Valdez SS, Halladay P
Your Gameday Beer – Nugget Nectar
This brew by Troegs (out of the PA capital) is a mix of Red and Amber Ale; and as a result, it pours a vibrant orange color in your glass. The taste hits you right away with piney hops then gradually fades into tropical fruit flavors. It’s a tasty beer worth trying, especially alongside a roasted chicken. – By Brian
GO PHILLIES!
Posts: 0 Mostone
WOOOOOOHOOOO!
GO PHILS!
See you all for the post-season.
Posted: 10:01 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 JAY-AKA-PHILLYBOY
Halladay, Sweeney and Schneider – who never made playoffs – pop first champagne bottles.
Posted: 10:03 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Lefty
July 21st -We were two games over .500
Almost .750 baseball since- unbelievable
Posted: 10:08 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Mostone
I grew up watching the Big Red Machine in Cincinnati in the 70s. I honestly never expected to have an experience like that again as a fan. Enjoy this. Appreciate this. Savor this.
GO PHILS!!!
Posted: 10:09 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Chuck
Yeah, how bout that record since late July, Lefty!! I remember saying around Aug 1 that 95 wins would probably win us the division…and a few people on here said that would almost be impossible.
Posted: 10:15 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Mazinman
On the radio Mike Sweeney said that his teammates let Doc, Schneider, and him open the first bottles of champagne since they have not gotten to do it before. That is real class by a classy team.
Posted: 10:18 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Lefty
I might have been one of them Chuck! But just like this unbelievable team, I never gave up.
Posted: 10:19 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Chuck
Raul said the same this on PostGame Live on Comcast. Classy bunch for sure..
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I knew they would make the postseason….but THIS is unbelievable!! Winning the division with almost a week to go.
WOW!!!
Posted: 10:23 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 ray
Why isn’t jeff joining in on the celebration? oh that’s right, this team is a joke
Posted: 10:24 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Brian Sr. of CO
I would prefer to think October is the best month of the year. I must say though Chuck, I believe it is fitting that the Phillies won the division at the Ballpark were Harry Kalas passed away.
Posted: 10:26 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Lefty
Not that it means anything, but we have reclaimed the best record in MLB
Brian SR- I forgot about that, I bet Harry’s sing High Hopes somewhere right now.
Posted: 10:33 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Mike D.
Never thought of that, Brian. I was thinking more of how Halladay ended it where he began it. How’s Brian Jr.?
Posted: 10:34 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Scott in D.C.
Ray Knight and Bob Carpenter, the Nats broadcasters, were really gracious in their praise of both Halladay and the Phils tonight. Carpenter noted, rightly, that the Phils spent good money to get talent like the Doc, but that the nucleus of the team is homegrown.
Posted: 10:37 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Lefty
I heard that Scott. It was refreshing, considering their bashing of CBP as a bandbox last week. I keep wondering why that’s an adavantage for us, both teams bat in the same ballpark during a game right?
Posted: 10:42 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Lefty
Miked63- I missed your shoutout earlier. We did it Buddddy!!!!!!
Posted: 10:43 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 loupossehl
Great to see Halladay back with his “A” game. This sets our rotation from here on out, when it matters: Roy1, Cole, Roy2. For the rest of the NL, and the AL winner: goof luck with that.
DesiBrave – thanks for dropping by and the tip of the proverbial hat.
Posted: 10:53 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 loupossehl
Not only “goof luck” – but “good luck.” Ugh.
Posted: 10:54 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 JAY-AKA-PHILLYBOY
Mike Sweeney was attacked from behind by Brad Lidge, who sprayed him with champagne. “It really does burn!” he yelled
Posted: 10:59 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Brian Sr. of CO
Mike D, Brian Jr is doing well, thanks for asking. He is growing up SO FAST. He is hoping for a an AWESOME birthday present this year of another NL and WS Pennant! As am I of course! LOL.
On a side note, I have NEVER seen another site on the Internet where people who have never met in person can remember things about anbother person who posts there, and actually cares enough to ask about their family or kids. Thats pretty awesome, Thanks Mike D!
Glad to see Desibrave is a classy fan!
Posted: 10:59 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 pheeling it
High, apple pie, in the sky hopes
Congrats to everyone. 2010 best year I can remember.
Clinched in the stadium where HK passed away? Amazing
Posted: 11:06 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 JAY-AKA-PHILLYBOY
Halladay said he planned to do his normal 45-min postgame workout. “I bet he’ll be the first guy in the clubhouse tomorrow,” Dubee said.
Posted: 11:15 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Brooks
Cy Young Award, division, one win away from best record in NL – securing home field – just soak it all in!
Posted: 11:20 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 pheeling it
I can’t believe the season is over.
I can’t picture this Halladay fella coming up short. I just can’t
Posted: 11:21 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Lefty
Well he is 6’6″, it would be hard for him ot come up short:)
Posted: 11:25 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Kate
Mike Sweeney not only hugs, he gives Victorino a huge kiss!
Ryno says they need us. What say we give it to him?
Charlie for 2010 MVP and Manager of the Year!
Well played, Mr. Amaro. Well f*cking played.
Posted: 11:40 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Pizza Bagel
Sorry I wasn’t on here to celebrate with the rest of the philly proud. Celebrated with my girlfriend and dad. What a night! Phase 1 of 4 complete. On to the NLDS.
Posted: 11:43 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 JAY-AKA-PHILLYBOY
HOPE YOU HAD FUN ANDREW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted: 11:51 PM on September 27, 2010
Posts: 0 Mike D.
Of course, Brian, glad to hear all is well. I remembered when you announced his birth it was during a comeback last October and I remember thinking “wow what a day it was for him.” Can’t remember which series. Anyway, hope to actually have time to comment during the playoffs. Eighteen credits. Madness.
Of course, if they win without me commenting, I might not comment. I don’t want to upset these things.
Posted: 12:01 AM on September 28, 2010
Posts: 0 Andrew from waldorf
Jay that the 2 hit shut out solidified the Cy Young is enough.
Was a great time.
Why did Doc come here?
Division, Pennant, Cy Young, WS championship.
Pleasure
Posted: 01:05 AM on September 28, 2010