NO, that doesn't mean Ed Stefanski is out. He just loses some power and no longer is the main guy on the basketball side of the Sixers operations. Stefanski still retains his GM title and responsibilities. The official announcement will be in a press conference today. What does this mean? Well according some rumors, Rod Thorn takes over as the big dog, will all the power. He will be the one making player personnel moves and big basketball decisions. Stefanski, well looks like he … [Read more...]
Makeshift Line-Up vs. Tough
Pitching, Part II
August 10, 2010 By 167 Comments
The Phils continue to send out a line-up without Ryan Howard, Chase Utley and Shane Victorino, but continue to win. Against the Mets, they even exercised their knuckle-ball demons, and beat down R.A. Dickey, finally winning one for Halladay when he's not at his best. 2010: 62-49 2009: 63-48 2008: 61-50 2007: 58-53 Injury News Shane Victorino potentially back this Friday Ryan Howard potentially back August 17th Chase Utley potentially back late August Only a couple notes … [Read more...]
Phils Drum Up Some Magic, Sweep Fish
August 6, 2010 By 202 Comments
No Ryan Howard, Chase Utley or Shane Victorino. Jayson Werth and Jimmy Rollins go 7 for 29 with 1 RBI. And we did what? 2010: 60-48 2009: 61-47 2008: 59-49 2007: 57-51 The Good News So how exactly have we won 12 of 14? These "non-stars" have played a huge part. Carlos Ruiz. Since returning from injury on July 10th, he's hit .347 with a .988 OPS. In his last 9 games, he's hit .439 with a 1.256 OPS. On the season he has the 4th best OPS among NL catchers w/ at least 200 ABs. … [Read more...]
2010 Philadelphia Eagles Preview:
Defensive Backfield
August 5, 2010 By 6 Comments
After starting off my Eagles preview with the WR/TE group, we will now move on to the crew in charge of guarding those positions, the defensive backfield. The format for all these previews will be the same: Depth Chart / Most Important Player / Biggest Question / Division Rank / Final Thoughts Depth Chart The corner slot across from Asante Samuel could go to either Ellis Hobbs or Joselio Hanson, with the other player becoming the nickel back. Right now it is Ellis Hobbs' job to lose. … [Read more...]
Roy Halladay Greatness Watch:
23 Starts In
August 4, 2010 By 9 Comments
First, some fun facts about our boy Roy. He has pitched 7 inning or more in 19 of his 23 starts He has allowed 2 runs or less in 18 of his 23 starts He has 5 starts where he's given up 4 runs or more, and has a a 1.42 ERA in his other 18 starts He has thrown 110 or more pitches in 12 of his starts He has less walks (21) than games started (23) He has gotten a decision in 21 of 23 starts He has a 0.77 ERA in his 13 wins, and has not won a game where he gave up 3 ER or more He … [Read more...]
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