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Open Discussion: Week of September 5th

Here’s the open discussion thread for Phillies’ talk and other topics.

The Phillies went 0-6 against a couple of division foes last week.  They were swept at home by the first place Nationals and the last place Braves.    Their record stands at 60-76 (18-28 since the All Star break).

Things get better when they go on the road to play 3 games in Miami and 4 games in Washington.  Seriously, the Marlins are fading in the wild card race and the Nationals are due to lose another game to the Phillies this season. Continue reading Open Discussion: Week of September 5th →

Box Score Recap – 9/4/2016

Lehigh Valley lost but Phil Klein pitched well again.

Reading was two-hit.

Clearwater won at Dunedin.

Lakewood won as Franklyn Kilome pitched up to everyone’s expectations Sunday.

Williamsport dropped a close one.

And, the GCL Phillies began the organization’s playoff run with a victory over the GCL Braves in the one-game semifinal series. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 9/4/2016 →

Box Score Recap – 9/3/2016

Lehigh Valley won behind Nick Pivetta’s five-inning, three-hit, shutout.  Home runs by J.P. Crawford, Jesse Valentin, Cody Asche, and Cedric Hunter paved the way.

Reading clinched the division.  Dylan Cozens hit his record-setting 39th home run.

Clearwater’s post season hopes fizzled in a loss to Dunedin despite a go-ahead home run by Jiandido Tromp in the bottom of the eighth.

Lakewood won behind Jose Taveras’ six-inning one-hitter.

Williamsport’s  Ranger Suarez pitched a two-hit shutout into the sixth inning, and Will Hibbs allowed one hit the rest of the way in the Crosscutters’ win.

The GCL Phillies host the GCL Braves Sunday at noon in a one-game semifinal. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 9/3/2016 →

Box Score Recap – 9/2/2016

Lehigh Valley clinched the wild card behind Ben Lively’s six inning, no-hit masterpiece.

Reading wasted six shutout innings from Mark Leiter and lost to Trenton.  They still only need one win this weekend in Trenton to clinch the division.

Clearwater kept their post season hopes alive with a victory over Dunedin behind Elniery Garcia’s seven-inning two-hitter.  They must sweep their final three games against Dunedin to qualify for the post season.

Lakewood clinched the division with a win behind Seranthony Dominguez’ six shutout innings.

Williamsport beat Batavia behind Felix Paulino’s six, three-hit innings.

Sounds like a “pitching rich environment” in the organization.

The GCL Phillies’ game was pushed back to Sunday.  They host the GCL Braves at noon in a one-game semifinal. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 9/2/2016 →

Box Score Recap – 9/1/2016

Lehigh Valley was eliminated from the division race but remains within one win of clinching the wild card.  They wasted a great start by Anthony Vasquez last night.

Reading lost but needs only one win v. Trenton over a four-game weekend to clinch the division.

Alberto Tirado pitched masterfully as Lakewood won and crept closer to clinching the division.

One day after being eliminated from post-season play, Williamsport beat Batavia by a touchdown.

Clearwater’s game was postponed.  They must sweep their final four games against Dunedin to qualify for the post season.

The GCL Phillies’ games were cancelled.  They host the GCL Braves on Saturday at noon in a one-game semifinal. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 9/1/2016 →

Box Score Recap – 8/31/2016

Andrew Knapp’s home run has put Lehigh Valley within one win of clinching a place in the post season.

Dylan Cozens (38) led a five home run barrage as Reading stretched their narrow lead in the division race with a lop-sided victory.

Lakewood lost, but so did their only rival for the division.  So, they are one game closer to clinching their division.

In spite of a victory, Williamsport was eliminated from post season eligibility.

Clearwater’s game was cancelled.  They must sweep their final four games against Dunedin to qualify for the post season.

The GCL Phillies were rained out today, and tomorrow’s games have already been cancelled.  The playoffs are scheduled to begin Friday. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 8/31/2016 →

Box Score Recap – 8/30/2016

The GCL Phillies clinched the GCL Northwest Division title and will begin the playoffs Friday with a one-game series against the GCL Braves.

Lehigh Valley remains in the lead for the wild card.

Reading maintained their narrow lead in the division race with a victory.

Clearwater swept a double header while Dunedin’s game was suspended.

Williamsport won but is still on the verge of elimination.
Continue reading Box Score Recap – 8/30/2016 →

Box Score Recap – 8/29/2016

Lehigh Valley remains in the lead for the wild card in spite of a loss.

Reading maintained their narrow lead in the division race with a victory behind Ricardo Pinto.  Trenton kept pace.  Cozens picked up RBIs 115 and 116.

Clearwater’s game was suspended while Dunedin won and Dayton dropped two.

Williamsport lost and is on the verge of elimination.

The GCL Phillies maintained their slim lead over the Blue Jays as they approach the final end of season series between the two teams.  Fanti pitched well in his return to the rotation.  Moniak had two hits. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 8/29/2016 →

Open Discussion: Week of August 29th

Here’s the open discussion thread for Phillies’ talk and other topics.

The Phillies went 2-3 last week.  They split with the White Sox and dropped 2 of 3 against the Mets.    Their record stands at 60-70 (16-22 since the break).

The Phillies traded catcher Carlos Ruiz to the Dodgers.  That means the Dodgers have more 2008 world champions on their roster than the Phillies.

Continue reading Open Discussion: Week of August 29th →

Box Score Recap – 8/28/2016

Lehigh Valley inched closer to a playoff berth behind Ben Lively’s solid start.

Reading maintained their narrow lead in the division race despite a shaky outing by their bull pen.  Jake Fox clobbered two home runs

Clearwater kept their slim, playoff hopes alive with a come back victory fueled by Jiandido Tromp.

Lakewood maintained their three game lead behind solid pitching by Jose Taveras and clutch hitting by Damek Tomscha.

Williamsport lost and several teams caught them for third position in a wild card race for one spot. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 8/28/2016 →