First Baseman – Phillies Nation

Ruf Playing as Though His Job is on the Line

Despite posting solid numbers in the big leagues whenever he’s been given the chance, outfielder/first baseman Darin Ruf‘s future with the Phillies...

Analysis

Ruf Lost Among Historic Rookie Class?

Headed into last night’s game against the Marlins, Phillies outfielder/first baseman Darin Ruf was ranked sixth among all rookies in on-base percentage,...

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Blueclaws

BlueClaws Quotables: Morandini, Charles & Tromp Reflect on 2013

As the Class A Lakewood BlueClaws wrapped up their regular season with a rain out on Monday, I spoke with manager Mickey...

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Blueclaws

Minor League Rundown: Hernandez, Biddle, Milner, Cutters Updates

It’s another weekly rundown of the Phillies’ minor leagues with details on some recent noteworthy performers… Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs- International League...

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Blueclaws

Minor League Rundown: Gillies, Orr, Tolbert & More

It’s another weekly rundown of the Phillies’ minor leagues with loads of details on some recent noteworthy performers… Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs-...

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2013 Game Recaps

Phils Fall To Braves In Extras

Since the All Star break, the Phillies have become particularly skilled at finding new and embarrassing ways to lose baseball games. Tonight,...

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Blueclaws

Minors Wrap Up: Updates on Asche, Franco, Biddle, Crawford and More

From all throughout the Phillies’ developmental ranks, here’s our weekly rundown of top performers and those players that have struggled recently. Triple-A...

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Fightins

Four Reading Fightins Set for EL All-Star Game

The Double-A Reading Fightins will have four representatives in Wednesday’s Eastern League All-Star Game, which is set to be played in New...

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Analysis

Howard Out 6-8 Weeks with Torn Meniscus; Halladay Progressing

Ruben Amaro said today that Ryan Howard will miss 6-8 week as the result of an MRI showed a torn left meniscus...

Injury feed

Howard to DL, Ruf Recalled

Not long before Saturday evening’s contest against the Atlanta Braves, the Phillies announced that ailing first baseman Ryan Howard would be placed...