With Chase Utley signed through the 2013 season, this again is not an area of great concern for the Phils, however, they surely need to upgrade their bench up the middle of the infield. Eric Bruntlett simply will not cut it, especially as both Utley and Rollins need some time off as their careers march on. See below the fold for the review of second baseman in the system. Continue reading Around the System (2B)
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Around the System (First Base)
With Ryan Howard signed through the 2011 season, there isn’t an immediate need at first base but the lack of possibility should be reason for concern as next years draft roles around. See below the fold for the details: Continue reading Around the System (First Base)
Around the System (Catcher)
A look at what the Phils have behind the plate in the organization. As we know the prospects are at the lower levels. See below the fold. Look next for an update on first baseman, coming Tuesday or Wednesday. Continue reading Around the System (Catcher)
South Atlantic Champions
Congratulations to the Lakewood BlueClaws, who last night won the South Atlantic League championship with their 5-1 win over Greenville, winning their series 3-1. Korey Noles got the win for Lakewood, throwing 7 strong innings, giving up just a lone run, while Austin Hyatt threw 2 shutout innings in relief, striking out 3. As was the course this year, Anthony Gose got things going offensively for Lakewood with 3 stolen bases on the night, which led to two runs. A fantastic job by the whole Lakewood organization, GM Geoff Brown and Manager Dusty Wathan.
Around the System, Bullpen (Short Season/Rookie)
Take a look below the fold for the performance of both the Williamsport and GCL Phils bullpen. A warning on any projections. When you get so low in the system, it is very difficult to have an idea what the Phils thinking will be. I am making a somewhat educated guess, but it is just that a guess. I am looking at numbers, age, my view of needs, and scouting reports when I make projections. Of course, the Phils consider their needs along with many intangibles that I can’t consider for lack of knowledge. (i.e players makeup, if they want a particular coach involved with a player, etc.) There are probably many more players that will be released simply from a numbers perspective, as the 2010 draft will provide a new influx of players. Feel free to comment and question. Look for the System Report on Catchers, coming out soon. Continue reading Around the System, Bullpen (Short Season/Rookie)
Around the System, Bullpen (A)
Read below the fold for a look at the performance of the Clearwater and Lakewood bullpens this year, and what the future holds for each player in the ‘pen. Continue reading Around the System, Bullpen (A)
Around the System, Bullpen (AAA and AA)
Take a look below the fold for the bullpen report specific to Lehigh Valley and Reading. Expect to see Part Two of the report (Clearwater and Lakewood) around mid-week and the last of the bullpen report (Williamsport and GCL) prior to next weekend. Continue reading Around the System, Bullpen (AAA and AA)
Around the System, Starting Pitching, Lower Half
Below the fold is an update on the Starting Pitching in the lower portion of the organization. Feel free to comment and question. Continue reading Around the System, Starting Pitching, Lower Half
News and Notes
A couple of items over the last several days. Andy Tracy and Sergio Escalona were both called up by the Phils to fill in some of the voids left by injury and lack of production. Tracy, a 35 year old power hitting first baseman, was among the IL league leaders in several categories, including HR, RBI, R and BB. Escalona, has been used as a situational lefty in both Reading and Lehigh Valley and will be picking up some of the innings left out there by the injury depleted Phillies bullpen.
To make room on the 40 man roster, Lehigh Valley starter Rodrigo Lopez was released. Lopez, 34, was fairly effective this year in Lehigh Valley and provided the Phils with a couple of decent starts. Just not enough room for the veteran righty.
Lakewood won Game One of their series behind a very nice outing from Matthew Way. Way went 7 innings and gave up just a run on 7 hits, while striking out 7. Anthony Gose had a big day offensively with 3 hits, while Travis D’Arnaud, Travis Mattair and Brian Gump had two hits apiece. Lakewood did leave 13 men on base, but still managed the victory with Santo Hernandez earning the save. Look for Trevor May on the hill tomorrow night as Lakewood attempts to close out the series.
A rough outing for Mike Stues in Game One of the Reading series, as the RPHILS lost 9-4 in Game One of their Best of Five tilt against Akron. Stutes went 5.1 innings, giving up 6 runs (3 earned) on 9 hits. AFter the Phils scored two early runs, Akron starter Josh Tomlin retired 17 straight batters as the Aeroes built their lead. This game also featured the return of Michael Taylor who has missed several weeks with an oblique injury. Taylor was 0-4 with 3 strikeouts. Yohan Flande gets the call tonight for Reading.
Around the System (Starting Pitching, Top Half)
With the end of the season, we will take a more in depth look at the numbers of each player in the organization along with a projection of where they will end up next season.
Lehigh Valley
Andrew Carpenter, Age 24, 25 games, 11-6 , 3.35 ERA, 156 IP, 47 BB 120K, 0.83 GO/AO, .271 opponent average (.255 with RISP). In addition to his time with the ‘Pigs, Carpenter was 1-0 with an 11.12 ERA in 3 appearances (1 start) with the Phils. He is a member of the Phils 40 man roster, and will have two option remaining going into next season. SEE END OF SEASON ‘PIGS REPORT FOR COMMENTARY Continue reading Around the System (Starting Pitching, Top Half)
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