Nothing interesting happened last night unless you count Jesse Biddle striking out 16 of the 24 men he faced. I did the math in my head…that’s a fairly good rate.
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General Discussion – Week of 4-21-2013 Keystone “Rivalry” Edition
Bucs starting tonight. Truly the finest cross-state rivalry in town except hockey and maybe football if they played more. But def. better than basketball.
Box Score Recap – 4/21/2013
Pettibone starting in Philly today. Exciting day for him and, (to an admittedly lesser extent), for all of us who have followed him closely for the last several years.
Jonathan Pettibone Called Up To Make Big-League Debut on Monday
Instant Reaction: For the start on Monday this was the best decision. Morgan was out of the picture for this start and while Martin has the stuff the command is still needing a lot. Pettibone brings more to the table than Cloyd and will likely have the opportunity to stick around if he can pitch well. If he cannot stick they will have the opportunity to mess with the rotation enough to bring up Adam Morgan.
This probably signals the end of Cloyd with the Phillies, because he has now been passed by the next wave of pitchers. With the hot starts by Savery and Robles, Cloyd likely is now towards the top of the list on players most likely to be removed from the 40-man roster to make room for Adam Morgan and eventually Cody Asche and Tommy Joseph. Continue reading Jonathan Pettibone Called Up To Make Big-League Debut on Monday
Box Score Recap – 4/20/2013
The 2011 Phils’ Draft class is a mixed bag so far this year, (and for their careers). Roman Quinn has 2 HR, (and seven errors), Larry Greene has 1 hit, (and 6 ks), Adam Morgan and Cody Asche are in AAA, Austin Wright’s on the shelf and Harold Martinez is OPSing under .500 in CLR, Kenny Giles was hurt and is back but was pulled Saturday after 2 batters. Mitch Walding looking pretty good so far, Tyler Greene is back in XST, and Braden Shull has pitched 1 professional inning. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 4/20/2013
Box Score Recap – 4/19/2013
Nick Hernandez with another strong start, while Franco Perkins and Altherr continue their strong starts. Meanwhile, LGj with another 2 K but 2 more walks. Building up to something big…I predict he hits 9 HR today. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 4/19/2013
Box Score Recap – 4/18/2013
That’s some hittin’ for Lehigh Valley. Welcome back Kenny Giles – faced 5 men, struck out 3. And welcome back Larry Greene, Jr. – 3 K and 1 BB in 4 PA. At least he saw some pitches.
Hot or Not
A look back at the time period of 4/11/13 through 4/17/13). A few quick points: First, Who the heck is Jose Mojica. Second, Anthony Hewitt appears on the hot list again to keep his hot start going. Third, Adam Morgan was simply dominant in his start this week. Morgan is pitching again today. Does he get the call if Lannan is out for an extended period? Fourth, great to see Nick Hernandez back on the Hot List after a long rehab from a significant injury. Finally, Maikel Franco is really worth watching.
Hot Hitters: Albert Cartwright (.500, 4R, HR, 2RBI, SB); Jose Mojica (.500, 6r); Josh Fields (.444, 7R 2HR 8RBI, SB); Maikel Franco (.414, 4R 1HR 6RBI); Carlos Alonso (.364, 5R 1HR 5RBI); Art Charles (.346, 6R 2HR 7RBI); Aaron Altherr (.346, 5R 1HR 4RBI); Cameron Perkins (.346, 4R 1HR 7RBI); Jon Roof (.348); Anthony Hewitt (.333, 4SB); Honorable Mention: Duran Continue reading Hot or Not
Box Score Recap – 4/17/2013
Darin Ruf goes deep for the first time in 2013, Cam Perkins so far hitting like a 2nd year college guy at A+ should hit if we’re to believe he can make it to the show, (though a couple walks would be nice), and a fine outing from Kevin Brady – 4H, 3BB, and 8K over 6IP. Continue reading Box Score Recap – 4/17/2013
News, Notes, and Reactions
Larry Greene Promoted to Lakewood:
As per his twitter account Larry Greene is heading north to join the Blueclaws. Greene showed up out of shape to play the OF and was held back to work on his conditioning before being sent to full season ball. Greene’s 2012 was slightly disappointing because his raw power did not show up in games but he did more than hold his own in Williamsport showing good patience at the plate albeit with a high strikeout rate as well. If he is going to succeed he is going to have to prove that he does not have a slow bat, and that he can identify his pitches to drive. Even if his long term destination is first base the Phillies are determined to keep him in the OF as long as possible. Continue reading News, Notes, and Reactions
