Eric Hartline-Imagn Images Zack Wheeler has certainly made his claim It’s hard to say enough about how good Zack Wheeler has been for the Phillies. Since signing a five year, $118M contract in December of 2019, Wheeler has been nothing short of one of the best pitchers in baseball, if not the best. Over the ensuing five plus seasons, Wheeler leads all MLB pitchers in … [Read more...] about Who is the best free agent signing in Phillies history?
The Notes: Mick Abel and Max Kepler
Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Happy fourth! The Phillies are the same as they’ve been all season: the same concerns, strengths, and ideas entering the trade deadline. Perhaps this is the year they find a difference-maker at the deadline, but the odds are they won’t. As of writing this, the Phillies sit with a two-game lead over the New York Mets in first place. Things … [Read more...] about The Notes: Mick Abel and Max Kepler
So, you want to call up Justin Crawford
Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images Let’s unpack that idea. Justin Crawford’s name has been one that’s been on the minds of many people in Philadelphia lately. It’s easy to see why, as the 21-year-old outfielder has had a strong season so far in Triple-A. Crawford is hitting .335 with an .851 OPS through 64 games for Lehigh Valley. He’s showcased his impressive speed as … [Read more...] about So, you want to call up Justin Crawford
Where the Phillies Stood on Independence Day
Bill Streicher-Imagn Images Happy (almost) Independence Day! “How often does the team that is leading the pack on July Fourth win the pennant in the National League?” So asked Jack (Peerless) McGrath in the Troy Record on July 2nd, 1949 (and yes, that is how he was credited in the byline). In answering that question, he picked 1915 as the year to start, “since that was … [Read more...] about Where the Phillies Stood on Independence Day
Can you guess this Phillies catcher in today’s in-5 trivia game?
Think you can figure out what Phillies player we’re talking about? You’ll get five clues to figure him out. Hello Phillies fans! We’re back for another day of The Good Phight In-5 daily trivia game. The objective is to guess the correct active OR retired Phillies player in as few guesses as possible. Full game instructions are at the bottom. Feel free to share your results in … [Read more...] about Can you guess this Phillies catcher in today’s in-5 trivia game?