* Phillies Victorino and Rollins pick up more Gold Gloves Nov 13, 2009
Shortstop Jimmy Rollins won his third consecutive National League Gold Glove and Philadelphia Phillies teammate Shane Victorino won for the second straight time in the outfield on Wednesday. Rollins became the Phillies fifth three-time winner, joining Mike Schmidt (10), Garry Maddox (eight), Manny Trillo and Scott Rolen (three each). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
HOT STOVE PRIMERS: NL East Nov 13, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies. PENDING FREE AGENTS: SP Brett Myers, SP Pedro Martinez, RP Chan Ho Park, RP Scott Eyre, OF/1B Matt Stairs, IF Miguel Cairo, C Paul Bako, SP Rodrigo Lopez. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Utley, Jeter among Silver Slugger winners Nov 13, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley and New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter each brought home his fourth career Silver Slugger Award on Thursday to highlight the honors given to the top offensive performers at their respective positions ... Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley and New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter each brought home his fourth career Silver Slugger Award on Thursday to highlight the honors given to the top offensive performers at their respective... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Pirates face Phillies six times in spring schedule Nov 12, 2009
Six games with the Philadelphia Phillies -- including two in Citizens Bank Park April 2-3 -- and four with the Tampa Bay Rays dot the 33-game Pirates' spring schedule, the club announced yesterday. The Pirates and Phillies close the spring with a three-game set. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Kemp and Hudson Win Gold Gloves Nov 12, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins took home the award for a third straight season after compiling a Major League-best. 990 fielding percentage for the repeating NL champions. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Rollins Nabs Third Straight Gold Glove Nov 12, 2009
(Sports Network) - Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins won his third straight Gold Glove Award on Wednesday, when the National League winners were announced. Rollins, who made just six errors in 155 games this past season for the National League champions, becomes the first NL shortstop to win three straight since New York's Rey Ordonez did it from 1997-1999. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Police looking for three men after fatal crash Nov 12, 2009
That was just hours after Girardi's team claimed a World Series victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Tennessean among those killed in USVI plane crash. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Victorino wins second Gold Glove Nov 12, 2009
Shane Victorino of the Philadelphia Phillies won his second straight National League Gold Glove award today ... Shane Victorino of the Philadelphia Phillies won his second straight National League Gold Glove award today. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Surgeon separates Phillies player from his pain Nov 12, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Jayson Werth, 28, at bat in Game 6 of the World Series against the New York Yankees Nov. 4. Werth's career was put on hold by a wrist injury that was "in his left hand, the leading hand when he was batting," says Mayo Clinic hand surgeon Richard Berger. (USA Today -- News)
Rico Brogna To Manage 2010 BayBears Nov 12, 2009
Rico Brogna played Major League Baseball for nine seasons with the Detroit Tigers, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies, Boston Red Sox, and finally the Atlanta Braves ... He spent three seasons with the Mets before being traded to the Philadelphia Phillies prior to the 1997 season. (Arizona, TheInsiders.com)
Curt Flood auction offers pieces of history Nov 12, 2009
"Flood, who died at age 59 in 1997, took on baseball's reserve clause when he refused a trade to the Philadelphia Phillies shortly after the 1969 season. The challenge and the legal battle that ensued effectively ended his career.It wasn't until the Andy Messersmith-Dave McNally arbitration decision in 1975 that the reserve clause was overturned, ushering in free agency and rapidly escalating salaries for players."If you take a step back and reflect on how significant that time period was for... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Rollins, Victorino are repeat Gold Glove winners Nov 12, 2009
NL Gold Gloves: Jimmy Rollins, Shane Victorino of Philadelphia Phillies are repeat winners - ESPN. Updated: November 11, 2009, 7:41 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Padres' Gonzalez Wins 2nd NL Gold Glove Nov 12, 2009
Shortstop Jimmy Rollins has won his third consecutive NL Gold Glove and Philadelphia Phillies teammate Shane Victorino has won for the second straight time in the outfield. St. Louis catcher Yadier Molina won his second Gold Glove, it was announced. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
* Dodgers Kuo urges fans to support CPBL Nov 12, 2009
Kuo also excelled in the National League Championship Series against the Philadelphia Phillies that his Dodgers lost 4-1. He appeared in four of the five games of the best-of-seven series, allowing only one run while striking out six in four innings pitched. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hilo trio goes from softball world series to MLB World Series Nov 12, 2009
HILO As many of us watched Shane Victorino and the Philadelphia Phillies battle the New York Yankees in the World Series, a trio of Hilo residents was treated to a live look inside Major League Baseball. The Yankees are world champions, but the real winners were three members of Hilo's RBI girls softball team. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Tigers play Yanks six times in spring Nov 11, 2009
DETROIT -- The Tigers will have six Spring Training matchups with the World Series champion New York Yankees, and four with the National League champion Philadelphia Phillies, according to the spring schedule the Tigers unveiled Tuesday. Next year will be the Tigers' 74th in Lakeland, Fla. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Dodgers' entire coaching staff to return next year Nov 10, 2009
Both times they lost to the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL championship series. Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Sarah's take: Dodgers need an ace Nov 10, 2009
In 2008, he was their most consistent starting pitcher in the second half, but he struggled during the playoff series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Although he broke his leg and had to deal with ridicule during the offseason, he rebounded to be the most consistent Dodgers starter in the first half of the 2009 season, earning his first All-Star selection. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Rollins looks to retain Gold Glove Nov 10, 2009
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HOT STOVE: Players potentially eligible for free agency Nov 10, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies. C Paul Bako; IF Miguel Cairo; P Scott Eyre; 3B c-Pedro Feliz; P Pedro Martinez; P Brett Myers; P Chan Ho Park; OF Matt Stairs. (USA Today -- Sports)
Hideki Matsui, Johnny Damon become free agents Nov 10, 2009
New York Yankees' Johnny Damon celebrates with fans after Game 6 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in New York. The Yankees won 7-3. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Phillies decline option on Feliz Nov 10, 2009
The Philadelphia Phillies have declined their $5. 5 million 2010 option on third baseman Pedro Feliz. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
CD's Connect the Dots..Their Place In The Sun Nov 10, 2009
We have come not to bury the Philadelphia Phillies but to praise them ... It is easy to suggest that the team that just defeated the Philadelphia Phillies will one day place no less than five and probably closer to seven or eight players in the baseball Hall of Fame ... And with that, it can be said with no little doubt that history will be good to the 2009 Philadelphia Phillies. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Yankees ticker-tape parade Friday Nov 10, 2009
Hideki Matsui's record-tying six RBIs helped the Yankees to the 7-3 Series-clinching win over the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday night. New York won the Series 4-2. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mom of former major leaguer Zambrano kidnapped Nov 9, 2009
The Philadelphia Phillies have declined their $5 ... The Philadelphia Phillies declined the 2010 team option on third baseman Pedro Feliz, making him a free agent ... Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Raul Ibanez, closer Brad Lidge and reliever Scott Eyre are due to have surgery this upcoming week, the team announced Saturday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Police: Football weekend leads to excessive crime Nov 9, 2009
A Philadelphia Phillies fan and a Yankees fan got into a fight at about 3:30 a.m. Saturday on the 400 block of South Pugh Street, police said. The Phillies fan kicked the Yankees fan in the face, who was hospitalized for nose and teeth injuries. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Community pays its respects Chris Pastorino's twin brother was named Jeff. Yesterday, it might as well have been George Bailey. One by one, well-wishers came up to Pastorino ... Nov 8, 2009
Davey Lopes was there, three days removed from an appearance in the World Series coaching first base for the Philadelphia Phillies. He used to bring Jeff jackets and shoes and buy him food. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Yanks' Damon wants to return; will explore options Nov 8, 2009
New York Yankees' Johnny Damon, left, and Joba Chamberlain celebrate after Game 6 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in New York. The Yankees won 7-3. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Phils' Lidge, Ibanez, Eyre scheduled for surgery Nov 8, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies' Brad Lidge, Raul Ibanez, Scott Eyre scheduled for surgery - ESPN. Updated: November 7, 2009, 7:47 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
'This area' objects Nov 8, 2009
But if the Philadelphia Phillies repeat as champions, New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg will come to Philadelphia to help paint a mural at a recreation center. And he'll have to wear a Phillies jersey while he does it. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
TEAM REPORT: Inside the Phillies Nov 8, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies Team Report - USATODAY.com. from spring training in Clearwater, Fla. (USA Today -- Sports)
* WORLD SERIES : Crowds roar, bells ring out as NYC fetes Yankees Nov 8, 2009
The Yankees beat the defending champion Philadelphia Phillies to win the best-of-seven series in six games. The title was the teams first since 2000, and came during the first season of the new US$1. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Phillies' Ibanez, Lidge, Eyre to have surgery Nov 8, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Raul Ibanez, closer Brad Lidge and reliever Scott Eyre are due to have surgery this upcoming week, the team announced Saturday ... Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Raul Ibanez, closer Brad Lidge and reliever Scott Eyre are due to have surgery this upcoming week, the team announced Saturday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lidge among three Phillies scheduled for surgery Nov 8, 2009
Brad Lidge among three Philadelphia Phillies scheduled for surgery - MLB - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Phillies Pick Up Option On Lee Nov 7, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Philadelphia Phillies picked up the 2010 team option for reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Cliff Lee, keeping the ace lefty around next season for $9 million. Lee, 31, was acquired from Cleveland along with outfielder Ben Francisco for four prospects in July and immediately provided a spark for the Phillies, going 7-4 in 12 starts down the stretch with a 3. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Yankees Celebrate 27th Title With Parade Down Canyon Of Heroes Nov 7, 2009
Going from Broadway to Wall Street to City Hall Plaza, the Yankees celebrated their six-game World Series win over the Philadelphia Phillies by receiving the keys to the city from New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg. "How 'bout those Bronx Bombers?" Bloomberg said. (ABC 7 News, DC)
JoeSheehanInside Baseball The Yanks and Phils have some tough calls to make this winter. Nov 7, 2009
What's next forNew York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies. - Joe Sheehan - SI.com. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Phillies pick up Lee's $9 million option for 2010 Nov 7, 2009
Philadelphia Phillies pick up left-hander Cliff Lee's $9 million option for 2010 season - ESPN. Updated: November 7, 2009, 3:48 AM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Festive air as New York City fetes Yankees Nov 7, 2009
NEW YORK (AP) A festive air is filling Wall Street as the New York Yankees World Series celebration revs up with a ticker-tape parade (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Phillies Pick Up Lee's $9 Million Option Nov 7, 2009
Washington - The Philadelphia Phillies have picked up Cliff Lee's $9 million option for 2010. The team announced the expected move on Friday, two days after losing the World Series to the New York Yankees. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Bodley: Yankees to cash in record shares Nov 7, 2009
Players on last year's champions, the Philadelphia Phillies, each received $351,504. 48. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
U.N.: Can halt violence against women Nov 7, 2009
Latest news, Latest News Headlines, news articles, news video, news photos - UPI.com (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
* Sports Briefs Nov 7, 2009
Police say Girardi pulled over to help after a woman lost control on a Westchester County highway and crashed into a wall around 2:30am on Thursday just hours after Girardis team claimed the World Series title against the Philadelphia Phillies. Girardi told WFAN-AM he was really concerned because of damage to her car. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Adventurous punter whistling dixie after Yankees go doodle dandy Nov 6, 2009
With the Yankees prevailing over the Philadelphia Phillies in game six of the series, the punter cleaned up with a return of 00004000 $114,750 for just a $50 investment. TAB Sportsbet's Glenn Munsie said the bet involved Barcelona winning the Champions League (football) into the LA Lakers taking out the NBA (basketball) into the Pittsburgh Penguins NHL (ice hockey), with the New York Yankees winning baseball's World Series, the final leg. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
World Series photos Nov 6, 2009
The New York Yankees win their 27th championship, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 in the sixth game of the 2009 World Series. Pages: 1. (The Palm Beach Post)
Girardi Stops to Aid Motorist After Bagging Series Nov 6, 2009
That was just hours after Girardi's team claimed a World Series victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Girardi tells WFAN-AM that he was "really concerned" because of damage to her car. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Matsui's 6 RBIs power Yankees to 27th title Nov 6, 2009
Hideki Matsui tied a World Series record with six RBIs, Andy Pettitte won on short rest and New York beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 in Game 6 on Wednesday night, finally seizing that elusive title - the most in all of sports. Paint the town in pinstripes. (San Francisco Chronicle)
New York Yankees end nine-year wait for 25th World Series title Nov 6, 2009
NEW YORK: The New York Yankees beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 to win the World Series on Wednesday, the Bronx Bombers ending a nine-year wait for a 27th title with a 4-2 series victory over the defending champions. Hideki Matsui was named Most Valuable Player after batting. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Yankees Win 27th World Series Title; Matsui Is MVP Nov 6, 2009
The New York Yankees celebrate with the trophy after their 7-3 win against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game Six of the World Series. ( 00004000 Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images). (FOX61, CT)
Abreu Agrees to $19 Million, 2-Year Deal Nov 6, 2009
After earning $16 million with the New York Yankees in 2008 under the final year of a contract he originally signed with the Philadelphia Phillies, Abreu became a free agent. He didn't agreed to a deal until Feb. 12, just before spring training, when the Angels gave him a one-year contract that guaranteed $5 million. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Phillies, Rockies destined to meet again Nov 6, 2009
In other words, if the wild and crazy 2009 Division Series that the Philadelphia Phillies finally won over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night in stirring, stunning fashion told the baseball world anything, it's that it's a good bet these two teams will mix it up again on the big stage. "These two clubs are very similar," said Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr.. (MLB.com -- Colorado Rockies)
Matsui lifts N.Y. to 27th Heaven: Yankees win Series, 4-2 (Yesterday) Nov 6, 2009
Jim McIsaac/Getty Images Hideki Matsui of the New York Yankees hits a 2-run home run in the bottom of the second inning against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game Six of the 2009 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium Wednesday night ... Hideki Matsui tied a World Series record with six RBIs, Andy Pettitte won on short rest and New York defeated the Philadelphia Phillies, 7-3, in Game 6 last night at Yankee Stadium, finally seizing that elusive 27th title -- the most in all of sports. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
The Babe, Joltin Joe and Brett Nov 6, 2009
Everyone who saw Gardner play for four seasons at the College of Charleston enjoyed watching Wednesday night as No. 11 in pinstripes jumped into a Yankees victory pile with Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez and Mariano Rivera after New York defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6 at the new Yankee Stadium. It was extra special to his former Cougars teammates and coaches. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Yankees turn attention to No 28 Nov 6, 2009
The Yankees defeated the Philadelphia Phillies to win the Major League Baseball World Series ... The Yankees defeated the Philadelphia Phillies to win the Major League Baseball World Series ... New York beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 in Game 6 on Wednesday night, finally seizing that elusive 27th championship _ the most in all of sports. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Five Pac-10 Teams in Baseball America's Top 25 Recruiting Classes Nov 6, 2009
who was a 16th-round selection by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2009 MLB Draft. Other notable players include LHP/1B Matt Boyd (Mercer Island, Wash. (Pac-10.org)
Seriesrematch? Nov 6, 2009
It wouldn't be a surprise if both the New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies made return trips to the 2010 Fall Classic. The newly-crowned and always-spendy Yankees have returned to prominence, and you know that with increased revenue streams from their $1. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Matsui magic gives Yankees the championship Nov 6, 2009
5 billion Yankee Stadium concluded in grand fashion, with Hideki Matsui tying a World Series record by driving in six runs in a 7-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. The Yankees won the World Series in six games (4-2), just as they did in the inaugural season of the old Yankee Stadium, in 1923. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bolts Report: Blog updates Nov 6, 2009
To avoid a possible conflict with a potential Game 5 of the World Series, Tampa Bay s Nov. 2 game in Philadelphia has been moved up to 5 p.m. Should the Philadelphia Phillies advance to the World Series, they would be scheduled to host either Los Angeles or New York in the World Series with first pitch likely around 8 p.m. Because the Wachovia Center and Citizens Bank Park are in the same complex and share many of the same parking facilities, the move was made in anticipation to avoid the... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
NYC to host ticker-tape parade for Yankees Nov 6, 2009
The New York Yankees celebrate after Game 6 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in New York ... Hideki Matsui's record-tying six RBIs helped the Yankees to the 7-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Baseball's postseason: Rise of A-Rod and the short rest Yankees, fall of the umpires Nov 5, 2009
New York Yankees' Andy Pettitte talks to home plate umpire Joe West after pitching in the fourth inning against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 6 of the Major League Baseball World Series Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in New York. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) (David J. Phillip, AP / November 4, 2009). (FOX61, CT)
Old foe Pedro stands between Yanks and 27th title Nov 5, 2009
Still stalking that elusive 27th championship, New York turns to Pettitte once again in Game 6 on Wednesday night, hoping he can pitch his team past Chase Utley and the Philadelphia Phillies on only three days' rest. "I think everybody knew it was going to be a great Series. I think everybody knew it was going to be a tough Series. And it looks like it's living up to that," Pettitte said Tuesday. (FindLaw News)
Story » Nov 5, 2009
2009 World Series: Philadelphia Phillies' Pedro Martinez exits in a hurry -- MLB Playoffs - ESPN. Originally Published: November 4, 2009. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Simulated Series: Yankees win Nov 5, 2009
In an amazingly parallel universe, Hideki Matsui provided the offense and Mariano Rivera closed things out as the New York Yankees defeated the Philadelphia Phillies in seven games to win our Simulated Series. The real Yankees didn't need a Game 7 to claim the title, but Matsui used the extra game to solidify his case for Sim MVP honors. (USA Today -- Sports)
Howard piling up Ks at record pace Nov 5, 2009
Overall, the Philadelphia Phillies' slugger has struck out 12 times in the first five games, tying Willie Wilson for most whiffs in a World Series. Wilson did it with Kansas City against the Phillies in 1980. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
NYC to host ticker-tape parade for Yankees Nov 5, 2009
Kathy Willens / APThe New York Yankees celebrate after Game 6 of the Major League Baseball World Series against the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, in New York ... Hideki Matsui's record-tying six RBIs helped the Yankees to the 7-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies. (MSNBC -- Sports)
