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3rd Basemen Interview

The Phils lost a tough one last night 11-6.  Jon Lieber, who was 11-1 in September coming into the night, was rocked for...

Phillies Look West

The Phillies atoned for two seasons without a win in Houston by sweeping the Astros yesterday.  The offensive was provided by long...

Is Pat the Bat Pat the Back?

Going into last night's series opener against the Houston, the Phillies had a Texas-sized monkey on their back after not winning there...

Phillies Bullpen Restores Confidence

Well, things worked out pretty nicely for the Fightins last night.  The bullpen in question performed excellently allowing just one hit and...

2 Games, 3 Times

This evening the Phillies kick off another doubleheader against the Braves.  This will be the third doubleheader between the two clubs in...

The State of the Phillies

Well folks, this is it.  For the past 2 or 3 weeks that queasy sensation of mixed emotions has crept up on...

Phillies Nation Trivia

Which early-20th century Phillies manager shares his name with the last King of Prussia?...

The Playoff Chase

Going into the Marlins series, many thought the Phils would be lucky to go 2-2.  After taking the first two games, the...

Who’s to Blame?

I was at last night's Phillies-Astros debacle and witnessed barely a sniff of urgency to win the game.  Mind you, I left...

What Wild Card Worry?

Last night's rainout was a bit of a disappointment, but on the plus side the makeup game on September 25th will add to the...

Utley’s Walk Off Wins It in 10

Today the Phillies accomplished what has been eluding them for the past few days - a win in extra innings.  The game...

Hamels vs. Clemens – Citizen’s Bank Park

Game 1

Innings One Through EightThe first game has just ended moments ago and once again the Phillies have led us on a wild...

Ryan Howard

Maybe Ryan Howard should go to famished countries in Africa during the off season.  He could hit baseballs into the troposphere and...

College Night At The Ball Park

After brutal heat waves and dozens of days without rain it's September again in Philadelphia. The temperature is a little cooler and...

Phillies Acquire Jeff Conine

The Phils may have been rained out but the never diligent Pat Gillick made yet another trade for a veteran player, Jeff...

Matt Smith Called Up

The Phils recalled LHP Matt Smith to replace Brian Sanches, who has been disappointing as of late.  You may recall Smith was acquired in the Bobby...

Moyer’s Debut

Last night the Phillies new acquisition took to the mound.  Jamie Moyer, pitching in his first start National League game in 15 years,...

Help Wanted: Outfielder

If you have watched any type of sports highlight show over the last 24 hours there is no doubt that you witnessed...

Jamie Moyer and Road Trip

PreludeFirst and foremost I must apologize for the lack of content over the weekend. With Brian on hiatus and with my attempt...

Mathieson’s Worst Enemy = 4th Inning

I was out at a local drinking establishment watching the Phillies game Wednesday night when John Lieber threw the first legit complete...

Wacky Wonderful Wildcard

With the Phililes a meager 3 1/2 games back in the wildcard standings fans from all over Phillies Nation are chopping at...

Romp and Unforseen Circumstances

Sidebar: With Brian Michael away traveling Spain and being buried in school work yours truly will be running the show for the...

Playoff Baseball

This weekend saw a playoff-like atmosphere surrounding Citizen's Bank Ballpark as the Phillies battled with the Reds for a chance to play...