Small victories, large defeats.
There was a time when Lou Trivino was considered a rising relief star. Drafted by the Athletics in 2013, after an inconsistent start to his career, the righthander eventually became the A’s closer and was named American League Reliever of the Month in June 2021. Things quickly went downhill after that. He lost effectiveness to […]
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Yesterday morning, Jim Bowden, warmly referred to around these parts as Ralph, went on his radio show on Sirius XM and talked about J.T. Realmuto. I find it interesting that this isn’t the first time Realmuto has been connected with a deal that is only two years in length. One would probably assume that he […]
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I’m not a huge college football fan. I like watching the playoffs, the bowls, but following a team for a whole season is just something this local college boy never really did. So all of this news about Lane Kiffin just makes me sad for the state of athletics at the collegiate level. Do I […]
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Ryan Helsley reportedly agreed to a two year, $28 million contract with the Orioles that includes an opt out after the first year. Earlier in the offseason, the Phillies picked up their option for the 2026 season on Jose Alvarado at $9 million, making him a free agent after the season has concluded. It makes […]
13 days ago | 1 read
Another day, another signing. This time, it’s one of the top relievers coming off the market. I guess that whole “Gee, I’m gonna be a starter!” thing didn’t really work out for ol’ Ryan. On to the links. Phillies news: MLB news:
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Before Dave Dombrowski became the President of Baseball Operations of the Philadelphia Phillies, rumors were swirling about what his future might hold. We all know that he joined a project to try and bring an MLB expansion team to Nashville but there can always be an itch for running a baseball team. What team scratched […]
14 days ago | 2 reads
Now that Thanksgiving and Black Friday are over, can we get some baseball news? I’m hungry for another 200+ million-dollar contract! On to the links: Phillies News MLB News
14 days ago | 1 read
Man, why do injuries have to happen? It’s hard to say whether or not Wheeler’s injury and whether or not it would have happened would have affected the series against the Dodgers, but boy. It really did not help them. 2025 stats 24 G (24 GS), 149 1/3 IP, 2.71 ERA (3.00 FIP), 1.14 HR/9, […]
15 days ago | 2 reads
Everybody loves getting something cheaper than you thought you would. The thrill of receiving a bargain is a real thing, just ask one of the people who were camping outside of a Wal-Mart last night and this morning. In honor of those people and the annual tradition of Black Friday, we’re going to take a […]
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I am entirely too full of turkey to come up with a clever lede. As such, I am offering you an IOU, redeemable for one clever lede at a future date of your choosing. (IOU must be redeemed at least 24 hours in advance of post. Expiration date 11/27/2026. Non-transferable. Void where prohibited by state […]
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Happy Thanksgiving! As you prepare for a day full of football and food (or maybe working all day if your job requires it), here is part two of Smarty and Jared’s celebration of Thanksgiving! Check out part one if you missed it. Making a baseball lineup out of Thanksgiving food The Thanksgiving table is often […]
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It’s Thanksgiving and we need some news. There has been a trickle so far, but I want the waterfall. Oh well, I’m thankful for you, the readers, for keeping this ship afloat. We’re not perfect around here, but this is one of the best communities around. On to the links. Phillies news: MLB news:
16 days ago | 1 read
We’ve already looked at part one and part two of the NLDS between the Phillies and Dodgers, a series in which the former almost completely dominated one Shohei Ohtani. In the cold darkness of winter, there is little to think about with the Phillies, particularly when they are just coming off another early round playoff […]
17 days ago | 2 reads
Happy Thanksgiving Eve! It’s everyone’s favorite equine writer at the Good Phight continuing with his tradition of providing you with a Thanksgiving post. And for the second straight year, I’ve brought Jared Frank along for the ride. Maybe you’re too tied up with Thanksgiving festivities to want to read much about the Phillies, but let’s […]
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Sometimes over the course of a long baseball season, opportunities arise and something unexpected happens. The Phillies experienced something along those lines in August when they learned that Zack Wheeler had a blood clot that ultimately required thoracic outlet surgery and kept him out for the rest of the season. It was a blow to […]
17 days ago | 1 read
It happens every couple of years. It’s like the Olympics, but it involves baseball. Although the Olympics sometimes have baseball. So disregard that. The point is, the World Baseball Classic is coming. And some Phillies will be playing in it. Phillies featured prominently on the 2023 runner-up edition of Team USA, with Kyle Schwarber, Trea […]
17 days ago | 1 read
Thanksgiving is still one day away and it’s a perfect time to ask those who celebrate. When do you start listening to Christmas music? I wait until after I’ve had dinner on Thanksgiving. Is that a good strategy? Bad one? Who cares! I don’t know. On to the links: Phillies News MLB News
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It’s rumor season and that means people are starting to move. We’ll start hearing about players that are on the trade block for a variety of reasons, but this one is interesting. Marte, as you know, has been a force lately while playing second base for the Diamondbacks. 2024 saw him land a top three […]
17 days ago | 2 reads
Much has been made already this offseason about the two Japanese hitters that have entered the free agent pool and the Phillies possible chances of signing either of them. Munetaka Murakami and Kazuma Okamoto are sure to pull in multi-year, high value MLB contracts, and the Phillies have been connected to both in one way […]
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Yesterday, we took an at bat by at bat look at how the Phillies were trying to attack Shohei Ohtani in the NLDS this season. Today, we’ll continue by looking at Game 2 of the matchup, one in which now, Ohtani can focus solely on his hitting. The yoke of his pitching the same game […]
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Der Mensch tracht, un Gott lacht—“Man plans, god laughs”, when translated from Yiddish into English. Aaron Nola and the Phillies planned for seven seasons of steady, successful starts when they mutually agreed to the contract extension that will keep the Louisianan in Philadelphia through 2030. Then whatever divinity or divinities doles out pastime-related fates looked […]
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Let’s put our GM hats on for a second. Tarik Skubal is arguably the best pitcher in the game right now. He should be considered a cornerstone for any franchise that employs him. He is also theoretically on the trade block since he is in the final year of arbitration and does not have an […]
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This was yet another momentous season for the Phillies. It was a season that ended in their getting another earlier than anticipated vacation, but for 162 games, they were entertaining to follow. We can dwell on the ending that halted their march to a title, but instead, let’s think back through the whole season. Using […]
19 days ago | 1 read
Each year the Phillies have gotten to the playoffs since their surprising run to the World Series in 2022, it has ended in somewhat bitter defeat. The 2023 NLCS is one that feels like it should never be spoken of again, the 2024 exit at the hands of the Mets was disappointing thanks to the […]
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