Halladay Earns 10th Win With Complete Game Against A’s

Before Sunday’s Phillies — Athletics match-up, the Phillies honored former major leaguer Bobby Shantz. The 1952 American League MVP played for the Philadelphia A’s from 1949–1954 and for the Phillies in 1964. He was joined on the field…

Pitching Role Reversal & Two Wins

Phillies pitchers Kyle Kendrick and Roy Halladay each started one game of a double header against…

Lee’s Dominance Results in Clean Sweep of the Marlins

The last time the Phillies won seven games in a row in the month of June was in 1982. In 2011, they have done it again…finally. And they also swept the Marlins in a four game series.

Another Complete Game Shut-Out For Magician, Cliff Lee

Cliff Lee Imposter Tanks Against Nats?

Who was that pitcher on the mound for the Phillies Tuesday night? Certainly it could not be Cliff Lee. At least not the one we are used to. He must be an imposter!

Worley Shows Big League Stuff in Win Over the Red Sox

The rookie Vance Worley faced a difficult task this evening against the Red Sox. Not only was he pitching against a great offense, Worley also had to follow an amazing performance from Cliff Lee the night before. Not to mention, Worley…

Phillies Offense: Sleepless In Seattle

After a long plane ride and change of time zones, it is understandable how the Phillies might have been jet lagged in the Friday night 4–2 loss to the Mariners. Hopefully, they have gotten some sleep and will be a bit more peppy for Saturday’s game.

Cardinals Implode in the 8th & Hand the Phillies a Win

Rain, Errors, Blown Save, Stagnant Offense = Messy Loss

Game one between the Phillies and Cubs had a little bit of everything, although not all of it was good. Here are just a few of the key events:

Hamels Shines While the Offense Bombs

Cole Hamels must be wondering what he ever did to offend his teammates. Because they just cannot seem to score any runs for him. Then again, this Phillies offense has been fizzling on a regular basis without regard to the starting pitching. Tonight’s game against…

Snooze-Fest Ends With a Walk-Off Win

There were a number of moves made right before tonight’s Phillies — Athletics match-up. Catcher Brian Schneider came off the DL, while Roy Oswalt went on the DL. With no need for a 3rd catcher, Dane Sardinha was sent back down and pitcher Scott Mathieson was…

Sloppy Loss As Phillies Continue to Struggle to Score

Whatever is being put into the Phillies Gatorade needs to stop, because this looks like a team with a serious hangover. In a sad 6–2 loss to the Dodgers Tuesday night, the Phils offense, once again, could not come through in the clutch.

Polanco’s Grand Slam & 100th Homer Help Halladay Win

Third baseman Placido Polanco smacked his 100th career homer in Friday night’s Phillies — Cubs game. The grand slam not only marked a significant career achievement, it also helped the Phillies win the game.

Cliff Lee Rocks The Sox in 3rd Consecutive Complete Game Shut-Out

Cliff Lee must be wishing that the month of June would never end. Because he has been insanely good in each of his five starts this month.

Cliff Lee Back on Track In Win Over Dodgers

The Dodgers are in town! In the first game of an 11-game home stand tonight, the Phillies came away with a victory.

Cliff Lee was coming off a bad start where he allowed 6 runs in 5.1 innings. Lee has had a rough start to the…

Seven Runs Again, But No Bullpen Follies This Time

It seems that Charlie Manuel has found a line-up that works. Two games in a row, the Phillies offense has scored seven runs. Friday night, the bullpen gave five runs back. But tonight, Cliff Lee was in control for eight innings, keeping the…

A Tale of Two Away Games

The Phillies final two games in Seattle were a stark contrast to each other. Saturday night’s 5–1 win was against…

Big Bats Cookin’ at Phillies Fish Fry

Last night the Phillies faced the Marlins in what was to be first of four games in 48 hours with the Fish. As rain poured onto the field, delaying the start of the game, the hours dwindled down. But after the one hour and 20 minute delay, the game finally began.

Halladay Ends Losing Streak

After a four game losing streak, the longest of the season for the Phillies, Roy Halladay finally led this…

Unproductive Phillies Offense Leads to Series Loss

The month of June did not start off as the Phillies may have hoped. After a win on Monday, the Phils went on to lose two straight to the lowly, last place Washington Nationals by a score of 2–1.

Cole Hamels In Top Form Against Dodgers

In eight shut-out innings against the Dodgers, pitcher Cole Hamels was absolutely dominant. In 95 degree temperatures, it seemed like Hamels did not even break a sweat.

Phillies Option John Mayberry Jr. Was This the Right Move?

With center fielder Shane Victorino coming off the disabled list, the Phillies had to make a move. Their choice was to send John Mayberry Jr. back to Triple-A.

Phillies Win 3 Straight Against Cubs

The Phillies won three of their last four games against the Cubs thanks in part to the big bats of Ryan Howard and Chase Utley. The fourth game in the series today ended with a 4–3 victory.

More Injuries & a Blow-Out Loss

This has not been a good couple of days in the injury department for the Phillies. Here is a quick look at the damage:

- Jose Contreras was placed on the disabled list for the second time this season with elbow inflammation. Lefty Juan Perez was…

The Nightmare at PNC Park Continues

After a dismal, 12-inning, 2–1 loss to the Pirates last night, the Phillies are now a frightening 12–31 lifetime at PNC Park in Pittsburgh. They simply cannot win in this ballpark. Could it be cursed? This place is like a haunted house of horrors for the Phils.