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Philadelphia Phillies The Philadelphia Phillies are a Major League Baseball team based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. The Phillies are a member of the Eastern Division of Major League Baseball's National League. From 2004 to the present, the Phillies have played their home games at Citizens Bank Park in the South Philadelphia section of the city. The organization is tied with the San Francisco Giants as the fifth-oldest team in the majors, behind the Atlanta Braves, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals. The "Phillies" name originates as a shortened version of the "Philadelphias", as the convention at the time was to call the team by their home city. They are nicknamed "the Fightins' ", or "The Phils". It is a convention in 'Phillies' culture to substitute "F" with "Ph" in various terms or names. One of the 19th century "Classic Eight" National League franchises, the club was founded in Philadelphia in 1883 as the "Quakers". The team adopted "Phillies" the following year.

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Will the Philadelphia Phillies Infield? Yahoo! Sports - Found 9 hours agoThe Philadelphia Phillies could refer to most of their infielders as seasoned veterans, but that would just be another way of saying that they are

Will the Philadelphia Phillies Infield Plan Work?: Fan's Take The Philadelphia Phillies could refer to most of their infielders as seasoned veterans, but that would just be another way of saying that they are middle-aged in baseball years. Will the modest adjustments that were made to their inner diamond mix help to improve the overall...

Philadelphia Phillies Pitching Staff? Yahoo! Sports - Found 22 hours agoPhiladelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. brought in a big time closer and added some other complimentary parts to his bullpen since the ...

Washington Nationals Desperate To Keep Phillies Fans Away - SB Nation (blog)

Bleacher ReportWashington Nationals Desperate To Keep Phillies Fans AwaySB Nation (blog)by Jason Brewer ? Feb 4, 2012 12:34 PM EST It's become a tradition for Phillies fans to make Nationals Park into Citizens Bank South when the teams play in Washington. The Nationals "fanbase" stays away and Phillies fans fill the Park.Washington Nationals Launch Preemptive Strike Against Philadelphia Phillies FansBleacher ReportNationals Now Being Built Up as Threat to Phillies: A Fan's AnalysisYahoo! SportsNationals Want To 'Take Back' Their Stadium From Phillies FansCBS LocalBaseball Nation -SB Nation DC -The Nats Blog (blog)all 32 news articles »

Papelbon should continue to thrive with the Phillies USA Today - Found Feb. 1, 2012The questions the Philadelphia Phillies have to be asking themselves this offseason are: 1) Do we need an elite closer?

Philadelphia Phillies Pitching Staff Potentially Stronger Than Ever: Fan's Take Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. brought in a big time closer and added some other complimentary parts to his bullpen since the St. Louis Cardinals won the World Series last fall. Do these moves make Charlie Manuel's staff deeper than it has been in past...

Hamels deserves big money from Phillies FOXSports.com - Found Jan. 31, 2012Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. had his reasons for awarding a monster extension to first baseman Ryan Howard and...

Sportswriter?s Tribute Seems Out of Place to Some Hall of Fame Visitors

The columnist Bill Conlin?s prominent portrait in the Baseball Hall of Fame?s Scribes and Mikemen exhibit preceded accusations against him of child molesting.

Rangers to meet with free agent Roy Oswalt

USA Today - Found Jan. 30, 2012Jackson, who is 60-60 with six different teams in nine seasons.Oswalt, 34, was 9-10 with a 3.69 ERA for the Philadelphia Phillies last season. Oswalt not short on suitors for his services - Major League Baseball Rangers to meet with free agent Roy Oswalt - USA Today Sources: Cards working on Oswalt deal - FOXSports.com Rangers to meet with Oswalt on Monday - Major League Baseball Explore All USA Today

Philadelphia Phillies Recent Moves May Affect Victorino's Future: Fan's Take The Philadelphia Phillies have made a number of moves this offseason. Might some of them affect Shane Victorino's future? Goals not reached After falling well short of their 2011 World Series goal, the Phillies front office implemented a strategy that is intended to supplement...

Philadelphia Phillies Make Two Different?

Yahoo! Sports - Found Jan. 28, 2012The Philadelphia Phillies certainly needed to change the roster mix after a descending three-year playoff ride. Phillies, Pence agree on one-year, $10.4M deal - ESPN Phillies Re-Sign Hunter Pence to One Year? - Yahoo! Sports Phillies sign Pence, add Pierre - Philadelphia Inquirer Pence agrees to one-year deal with Phillies - Philadelphia Phillies Explore All Fox 23 New York

Report: Red Sox, Reds And Phillies Have Remained In Contact With Roy Oswalt - SI.com

NBCSports.comReport: Red Sox, Reds And Phillies Have Remained In Contact With Roy OswaltSI.comThe Boston Red Sox, Cincinnati Reds and Philadelphia Phillies are among the teams that have remained in contact with free-agent starting pitcher Roy Oswalt, according to Jon Morosi of FOX Sports. According to Morosi, Oswalt prefers a team closer to his ...Could Roy Ride Again?That Balls Outta HereThe Red Sox, Reds and Phillies have remained in contact with Roy OswaltNBCSports.comSports Illustrated MLB Power Rankings Put Philadelphia Phillies ThirdRant SportsCall to the Pen -Redbird Rants -SB Nation St. Louisall 30 news articles »

Philadelphia Phillies sign speedy OF Juan Pierre to minor-league ...

Examiner.com - Found Jan. 27, 2012Philadelphia Phillies Examiner + Subscribe The Philadelphia Phillies have signed outfielder Juan Pierre to a minor league deal, according to a report ... Phillies ink Pierre to Minor League deal - Major League Baseball Juan Pierre signs with Phils - FOXSports.com Phillies sign Juan Pierre to minor-league contract - NBC Sports Phillies sign OF Pierre - Miami Herald Explore All NBC Sports

MLB 2012 Philadelphia Phillies Spring Training Schedule With the start of spring training right around the corner, fans of the Philadelphia Phillies have plenty to look forward to this season. The Phillies train at Bright House Network Filed located in Clearwater, Florida. Note: All start times Eastern and all "home" games...

Baseball Notes: Fielder is glad to be a Tiger

Philadelphia Inquirer - Found Jan. 27, 2012Phillies' prospects program A look at Laynce Nix Phils acquire Wigginton Get Your Philadelphia Phillies Gear Here DETROIT - Power-hitting first Fielder: Joining Tigers 'Kind of a Dream' - International Herald Tribune Fielder says 'dreams come true' as Tigers introduce him - CBSSports Bats: Prince Fielder Comes Home to Detroit and a $214 Million ... - New York Times Fielder Comes Home - New York Times Explore All CBSSports

The Cuban Yoennis Cespedes Could Be Baseball?s Hottest Free Agent

At least a dozen teams have an interest in the Cuban defector Yoennis Cespedes, who has an athletic body and a home run bat.

Phillies, Pence agree for $10.4 million

FOXNews.com - Found Jan. 27, 2012Philadelphia, PA ? The Philadelphia Phillies avoided year deal worth $10.4 million.Pence, who was acquired from the Houston Astros on July 29, hit ... Pence, Phillies agree on new contract - FOXSports.com Pence avoids arbitration with one-year deal. - FOXSports.com Phillies, Hunter Pence avoid arbitration for $10.4 million - NBC Sports Pence, Phillies agree on a one-year contract worth $10.4M - TSN Explore All NBC Sports

Philadelphia Phillies Welcome Chad Qualls to the Fold: Fan Reaction Looking at the Philadelphia Phillies roster, you're hard pressed to find a name that isn't recognizable by even just the casual baseball fan. Their youth lives in their bullpen, and that pen got a little longer in the tooth today as the Phils signed free agent righthander...

Philadelphia Phillies Make Two Different Outfield Decisions: Fan's Take The Philadelphia Phillies certainly needed to change the roster mix after a descending three-year playoff ride. Last season's National League Division Series elimination by the St. Louis Cardinals was mostly the result of a lineup that was unable to produce in the clutch.

BATS; Continuity in Philadelphia Comes at a Price Tyler Kepner On Baseball column notes that Philadelphia Phillies have kept three-quarters of their starting infield together for nine years, a continuity that is both rare and costly. Photo

Philadelphia Phillies Sign Pitcher Chad Qualls To One-Year Deal The Philadelphia Phillies announced that they have signed right-handed relief pitcher Chad Qualls to a one-year, $1.15 million deal ( via Philly.com ). The 33-year-old pitcher appeared in 77 games for the Padres in 2011. He went 6-8 last season with a 3.51 ERA and 43 strikeouts in 74.1 innings pitched. However, Qualls came on at the end of the season. In his final 19 appearances, he had a 1.96 ...

Philadelphia Phillies Newest Reliever Adds Bullpen Depth: Fan's Take - Yahoo! Sports

USA TODAYPhiladelphia Phillies Newest Reliever Adds Bullpen Depth: Fan's TakeYahoo! SportsBy Sean O'Brien, Yahoo! Contributor Network Jan 31, 8:53 pm EST General manager Ruben Amaro, Jr. added another piece to his 2012 roster puzzle through the addition of right-handed reliever Chad Qualls. The eight-year veteran could prove to be a smart ...Former Astros reliever Chad Qualls inks one-year deal with Philadelphia PhilliesExaminer.comPhillies sign pitcher Chad Qualls to one-year dealUSA TODAYPhillies sign RHP Chad Qualls6abc.comall 21 news articles »

Philadelphia Phillies' Pence Represents Continuation of Team's Transitional Strategy: Fan Opinion Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro, Jr. acquired Hunter Pence on July 29, 2011. More than a trade, that specific move represented the continuation of a transitional strategy that most prominently began when Pat Burrell was allowed to leave after the 2008 World Series...

ROUNDUP; Phillies Trade Francisco The Philadelphia Phillies traded outfielder Ben Francisco to the Toronto Blue Jays for the minor league left-hander Frank Gailey. Francisco spent parts of three seasons with the Phillies, hitting .259 with 17 home runs and 75 R.B.I. in 225 games. He hit a three-run, pinch-hit homer to lead the Phillies past St. Louis in Game 3 of the teams' 2011 N.L. division series. The Cardinals won the series in five games. (AP) FURCAL RETURNS TO CARDINALS The St. Louis Cardinals and shortstop Rafael Furcal ...

Philadelphia Phillies Avoid Arbitration and Ink Cole Hamels to One Year Deal: Fan Reaction With Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee out in front of baseball's most potent rotation for the Philadelphia Phillies, people often forget there is a pitcher in the three spot who has an NLCS and World Series MVP to his credit. People often forget that while the Cy Young voters...

The Philadelphia Phillies Are Considering a New First Base Option: Fan's Reaction - Yahoo! Sports

Allentown Morning CallThe Philadelphia Phillies Are Considering a New First Base Option: Fan's ReactionYahoo! SportsBy Sean O'Brien, Yahoo! Contributor Network Jan 30, 7:13 pm EST General manager Ruben Amaro, Jr. is forever on the prowl. Like a cat trolling for mice in the backyards of suburbia, he always has his senses focused on everything that's surrounds him.Philadelphia Phillies: 6 Realistic Moves Phils Should Still Consider for 2012Bleacher ReportPhillies, Cole Hamels Playing Free-Agency ChickenBaseball NationRyan Howard Unlikely To Play Opening Day, Says Phillies GM Ruben AmaroSI.comAllentown Morning Callall 39 news articles »

Philadelphia Phillies, Chad Qualls Reportedly Reach Agreement The Philadelphia Phillies pounced on the reliever market early, securing Jonathan Papelbon for many millions. The Phillies committed more money to him than the next two most-expensive relievers combined, but not to worry -- they still found some money to go bargain-hunting. Todd Zolecki tweets, "Phillies sign RHP Chad Qualls to $1.15 million deal." Three seasons ago, Qualls was a closer. Two ...

BATS; McCarver Wins Frick Award Tim McCarver wins the National Baseball Hall of Fame's Ford C Frick Award for broadcasting. (M)1

Former Phillies Slugger Pat Burrell Retires: A Fan's Reaction - Yahoo! Sports

Bleacher ReportFormer Phillies Slugger Pat Burrell Retires: A Fan's ReactionYahoo! SportsContributor Network Jan 31, 1:01 pm EST According to reports, former Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Pat Burrell is set to retire. The 35 year old has been battling a nagging foot injury. He is set to hang it up as a result, ending a solid but ...Former Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Pat Burrell retires after 12-year careerExaminer.comPhiladelphia Phillies: Reflecting on Pat Burrell's Legacy in BaseballBleacher ReportFormer Philadelphia Phillies Outfielder Pat Burrell to RetireRant SportsChicago Tribune -Philly2Philly.comall 111 news articles »

Papelbon, Boston?s Closer Since 2006, Signs With Phillies

Jonathan Papelbon?s $50 million deal with Philadelphia would surpass the $47 million that the Toronto Blue Jays gave to closer B. J. Ryan in 2005.

Longtime Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Andy Musser dies at 74 - Washington Post Longtime Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Andy Musser dies at 74Washington PostAndy Musser, a sportsannouncer for 45 years and a Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster for a quarter-century, has died. He was 74. Musser's son, Allan, of Roswell, Ga., said his father died Sunday evening at his home in Wynnewood in suburban Philadelphia ...and more »

In the N.L. East, Mets Are Likely to Go From Bad to Dreadful

Mets General Manager Sandy Alderson knows that his team may have to get worse before it can get better in the competitive N.L. East.

Win-now mode: Philadelphia Phillies' window of opportunity is beginning to close - PennLive.com (blog)

PennLive.com (blog)Win-now mode: Philadelphia Phillies' window of opportunity is beginning to closePennLive.com (blog)By Sporting News They have won five consecutive NL East championships, they made consecutive World Series appearances in 2008 and 2009 (winning it all in 2008) and they won a franchise-record 102 games last season. At the start of this run, ...Inbox: What are the plans for prospect Galvis?Phillies.comall 3 news articles »

Like Yankees, Phillies Feel Sting of the Rich and Vanquished

Baseball?s top two payrolls in 2011 were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs, with each team?s highest-paid player making the final out.

Outfielder Juan Pierre agrees to minor league contract with Philadelphia Phillies - Washington Post

Bleacher ReportOutfielder Juan Pierre agrees to minor league contract with Philadelphia PhilliesWashington PostPHILADELPHIA ? Juan Pierre can't torment the Philadelphia Phillies any longer. The outfielder agreed to a minor league contract with the Phillies on Friday, getting an invitation to spring training with a club he's been a nemesis to for years.Philadelphia Phillies In Love With Idea of Juan Pierre, Not Real Juan PierreBleacher ReportPhiladelphia Phillies sign speedy OF Juan Pierre to minor-league dealExaminer.comDetroit Tigers target Juan Pierre signs minor league deal with Philadelphia ...MLive.comSB Nation -Rant Sports -Call to the Penall 146 news articles »

Cardinals? Carpenter Outdoes Halladay to Oust Phillies

The Cardinals, who led the National League in runs scored, won the fifth game of their division series on Friday because their own ace, Chris Carpenter, beat the Phillies at their own game.

25 Incredible Philadelphia Phillies You've Probably Never Heard Of - Bleacher Report

Bleacher Report25 Incredible Philadelphia Phillies You've Probably Never Heard OfBleacher ReportThe history of the Philadelphia Phillies is kind of like that gigantic history textbook that your teachers forced you to lug around in grade school. That textbook covered an enormous amount of time and history, and frankly, it was impossible to get ...

Phillies-Cardinals ? Who Needs a Black Cat?

The Cardinals have rallied around the Rally Squirrel after it darted across home plate in Game 4 and St. Louis came back to beat the Phillies.

Freese Drives in Four Runs as Cardinals Force Game 5

The Phillies scored two runs in the game?s first three at-bats, but David Freese drove in four runs to send the series back to Philadelphia on Friday.

Francisco?s Pinch-Hit Home Run Boosts Phillies Past Cardinals

Ben Francisco, who did not have a home run since May, pinch-hit a three-run shot in the seventh inning to break up a pitchers? duel.

In Football and Baseball, Instant Karma?s Gonna Get You On Sunday, fate dealt a losing hand to the Jets, Cowboys, Eagles and even the Phillies.

Postseason Pressure a Pleasure to La Russa

Over 33 seasons with three different clubs, the Cardinals? Tony La Russa has developed a reputation for subtle calculation and bold action.

Cardinals Roar Back to Beat Phillies

St. Louis rallied from a 4-0 deficit against Cliff Lee to earn a 5-4 victory. The National League division series is tied at a game apiece.