Clearwater Notes: Halladay & Snakes, Qualls in Camp
Posted by Pat Gallen, Tue, February 21, 2012 11:20 PM | Comments: 4
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DOC IN THE AMAZON
The tall tale was just that. While in the Amazon over the winter, Roy Halladay and friends (including Chris Carpenter and B.J. Ryan) came across a local man whose boat had been overturned by a large snake – the mighty anaconda, to be specific.
But the legend of Halladay wrestling the snake in the muddy waters of the rainforest was false. In fact, Halladay said he hates snakes. Here’s Roy’s version of the story (from David Hale of the Wilmington News Journal):
CONTRERAS THROWS OFF MOUND
Jose Contreras threw off a mound this morning with no issues. This is a big step for The Big Truck. He threw his repertoire of pitches, and looked good in the process, according to reports. If the 40-year old is 100 percent healthy going into the season, the bullpen is better for it. They could be stocked with the additions of Jonathan Papelbon, Dontrelle Willis and Chad Qualls, plus a rejuvenated Contreras.
BROWN WANTS LF
Dom didn’t come here to mess around. According to Ryan Lawrence of the Delco Times, he wants the left field job and will give it his all in Spring Training to make it happen.
“I’m coming to win a job. I’m fighting to win a job. That’s the big goal. But if I start at Triple-A, then I start at Triple-A. It’s that simple,” said Brown. You’ve got to love that fighting spirit. The fact is, many people are down on Brown and want a reason to believe in the top prospect once again. Whether or not he makes the team, a strong showing can make everyone forget about the awful end to the 2011 season. I’m looking forward to watching Brown make that comeback.
VICTORINO A STAR
Ever hear of Shaun Victorino? Well, he’s apparently the guy you saw on Hawaii Five-O on Monday night. Check out this HILARIOUS photo of Jimmy Rollins decorating Shane Victorino’s locker at Bright House Field:
QUALLS IN CAMP
Chad Qualls made it to camp after missing the first few days due to personal reasons. He’ll wear #50 this season. Again, Qualls teaming up with all those arms out there in the ‘pen will be a fascinating story that could be overlooked this spring. Especially with the Hamels contract situation, Howard’s injury, Utley’s knee, and the fifth outfielder spot.
Posts: 1637 Chuck A.
So Dom wants the LF job, huh?? Good for him….go out and prove it, young man. Just don’t have too many more games like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsI27HpnIS0
Posted: 07:19 AM on February 22, 2012
Posts: 8 BigDaddy.com
How about Brad Lidge badmouthing the Phils front office ( Ruben ) in today’s Phila. Inquirer.
Posted: 08:10 AM on February 22, 2012
Posts: 1637 Chuck A.
Just read that article, BigDaddy. It didn’t sound too inflammatory to me. Stuff like that goes on all the time on the business side of baseball. One side says something and it gets interpreted differently by the other side and vice versa. Fact is, Lidge IS an injury risk and Qualls is not. So, at least on paper, that spot in the pen is a clear upgrade for the Phillies.
Posted: 08:44 AM on February 22, 2012
Posts: 1354 Brooks
Starting in LF – Dominic Brown – has a nice ring to it. He was deemed the “chosen one” – for a good reason.
If he can display some of the same ‘Dominance’ (heh) … what a treat and a plus that would be to this team
Posted: 10:46 AM on February 22, 2012