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Kyle Drabek, Future Cy Young or Future Sigh?

Posted: 21st December 2009 by Michael Kirshenbaum in MLB
Kyle Drabek could possibly become the greatest pitcher in baseball for the next 15 years, but the chances of that happening are very slim. In fact, I am glad we got rid of Drabek. The Phillies, who are one of the oldest franchises in baseball, have rarely had a homegrown stud pitcher in the past 60 years. Every year the Phillies have a new "future ace" pitcher, and every year the ...

Is Roy Halladay the Biggest Difference Maker for the 2010 Phils?

Posted: 20th December 2009 by Michael Kirshenbaum in MLB
Harry LeRoy Halladay III, welcome to the fold.á It has certainly been a whirlwind few days for the Phillies and their fans. Boy Genius Ruben Amaro Jr. or RAJ as he is referred to, finally got his man.á The love that RAJ has for Halladay is remarkable, the way they looked at each other during the press conference was like watching a poorly made romantic comedy.á These guys have a serious ...

Cliff Lee Lost in Philly during “Halladay” Season

Posted: 15th December 2009 by Michael Kirshenbaum in MLB
If last July you were to tell me that the Phillies would acquire Cliff Lee for marginal prospects, make a big run to the World Series only to get stopped by the powerhouse, money driven, New York Yankees, I wouldn't believe you.á Not amidst a season in which our closer had one of the worst years on record.á Not amidst a season in which our so-called "ace" had been marginal at ...