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Spring Training Grinds On; Phils Drop Both Spilt Squad Contests

Sun, 27 Mar 2011 00:27:14 +0000

Spring training is almost over. It seems like it lasts for longer than it should. From February 25th to March 31st we are subjected to baseball that is really close to major league quality. It is so exciting when we get to watch the truck leaving the frozen wasteland of Philadelphia in February, carrying gum, sunflower seeds and a whole bunch of other non-essential baseball paraphernalia. We all squeal “Pitchers and catchers report today!” as we helplessly flail against mother nature. At this point, we are so starved for baseball/non arctic weather, that we cling to any semblance of a baseball season. (more…)

Everyone Who Hates Atlanta Raise Your Hand; Phils Beat Bravos 3-1

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 01:20:21 +0000

Any time that I purchased a pack of baseball cards when I was growing up, every damn pack I got a hold of would have a Dale Murphy card in it. He won two MVPs, a bunch of slivers sluggers and a bunch of gold gloves. By all accounts, he is an extremely nice, devout man, who gives a great deal of time and effort to his community.

I hate the Braves and I hate Dale Murphy. (more…)

Go Screw Spring Training

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:04:53 +0000

Well everyone, Cole Hamels gave up two three run home runs today, we came face to face with the reality that Chase Utley will not be on the field when the real games start and his potential replacement went 0-4 with two strike outs. (more…)