Lehigh Valley lost to Indianapolis, 6-2. Maikel Franco went hitless, but reached on a fielder’s choice in the top of the first inning. He moved to third on Dom Brown’s only hit of the day, a single. As part of a double steal, Franco stole home. Paul Clemens promptly gave the run back. His wild pitch helped insure the run would score. A couple innings later, he allowed two inning opening walks to scored. He lasted 4.1 innings, and threw 85 pitches (48 strikes/37 balls). Tommy Joseph suffered through another oh-fer and is how at .140 roughly 100 points below Rene Garcia. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 5/3/2015
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Box Score Recap – 5/2/2015
Lehigh Valley managed a come from ahead loss against Indianapolis, 6-5. Adam Morgan only given up 3 runs on 10 hits in his 6.0 innings. He left with a 5-3 lead. He was still the pitcher of record going into the bottom of the ninth. Hector Neris blew the save and the game. The batter he walked in the inning ultimately became the winning run. Maikel Franco went 2 for 4, and stole his first base of the season. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 5/2/2015
Threshers Thrash Blue Jays; May 2, 2015
Clearwater pounded their way to an 8-2 win over the Dunedin Blue Jays Saturday night. The Threshers collected 14 hits, 5 for extra bases, in support of Brandon Leibrandt’s one-hit, nine strike out effort over six innings.
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Movin on Up?
We are approaching a month into the minor league season, so I figured I would throw a quick list out there on those who have put the early season stats up to be considered promotion worthy. That said, it is generally too early to promote based on performance. Look for that to occur after another 3-4 weeks. Some names too get the discussion going:
Carlos Tocci, OF, Lakewood-In his third season in Lakewood, he would be one of those most likely to move up quickly this year and he has played like he deserves to.
Rhys Hoskins, 1B, Lakewood- 23 year old college draftee has begun hitting like he doesn’t belong…which is a good thing!
Matt Hockenberry, RP,Lakewood–At 24, and having finished his college career, Hockenberry is doing what he should at this level. I expect him in Clearwater come June.
Maikel Franco, 3B, Lehigh Valley–Only a matter of time, most likely late May to the Phils.
Jesse Biddle, P, Reading–Biddle has been largely effective and bouncing back well from his disastrous 2014. I would expect a June call to Lehigh Valley if he stays consistent.
Aaron Nola, P, Reading–Nola could very well end up in Philly come September if he continues pitching in the manner he has.
Brandon Leibrandt, P, Clearwater–Has been outstanding for Clearwater early on, showing both command and the “know how” you want in a young pitcher.
Note: This short list is far from all encompassing as there are several who have been outstanding that have not been included (i.e. Eflin as prime example). It is my belief that there are many who the Phils will simply want to spend most of the current year at their level for a variety of reasons.
Box Score Recap – 5/1/2015
Lehigh Valley was shut out by Indianapolis, 4-0. Phillippe Aumont lasted 3.0 innings and gave up 3 runs in the first inning. The damage could have been less or even avoided but for a wild pitch with runners on first and second and nobody out. He allowed 6 hits and walked two on 76 pitches. The offense only managed 6 hits. Maikel Franco played first and went 1 for 4. Dom Brown and Tommy Joseph went hitless. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 5/1/2015
Box Score Recap – 4/30/2015
Lehigh Valley beat Durham, 4-2. Chad Billingsley allowed 5 hits and a walk while striking out 6 through 5.2 innings. Lehigh’s only error led to 2 unearned runs. Maikel Franco had the day off. Dom Brown had 2 hits (.182) and 2 RBIs. Tommy Joseph returned to the starting line up and went 1-4. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 4/30/2015
Lehigh Valley Weekly Report
After starting 3-4, the ‘Pigs have lost 12 of their last 16 games and are in last place of the Northern Division of the International League, already 8 games behind division leading Buffalo. Lehigh Valley has been a very difficult team to watch, as the combination of very poor fielding and little control from the pitching staff have led to the teams 6-16 start. The ‘Pigs hit the road for a three game weekend series in Indianapolis, followed by three games in Louisville next Monday thru Wednesday.
News and Notes: With his 9 strikeouts on Tuesday evening, Paul Clemens set a Lehigh Valley season high. Unfortunately, he also allowed 5 walks and threw 90 pitches in 4 innings of work.
–The ‘Pigs have gone 121.2 innings without a home run, and have hit only 4 all season, last in the IL. Continue reading Lehigh Valley Weekly Report
Box Score Recap – 4/29/2015
Lehigh Valley lost to the Durham Bulls, 9-3. Dom Brown was in the line up and went 1-4, pulling his average up to .150. Joely Rodriguez and Jason Berken pitched 4.0 innings each and threw a combined 140 pitches. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 4/29/2015
Box Score Recap – 4/28/2015
Lehigh Valley lost 3-1 to the Durham Bulls. Paul Clemens gave up 2 runs on three hits and 5 walks while striking out nine. But it took him 89 pitches to complete 4.0 innings. Maikel Franco went 1-4 and is hitting .333. Rene Garcia went 1-3 and is hitting .278. Looks like he might warrant more starts behind the plate. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 4/28/2015
Threshers Fall to Yankees; April 28, 2015
Clearwater lost 8-7 to the Tampa Yankees. The Threshers couldn’t hold an early lead, but came back to tie before falling behind again. Late runs conceded to the Yankees came back to haunt as the Threshers ninth inning rally fell short.
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