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Visit daily for unique perspectives and interesting posts on our beloved Philly teams and their leagues— MLB, NFL, and NBA.http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/noreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)Blogger421125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-8218741948478952336Fri, 24 Dec 2010 02:44:00 +00002011-08-05T15:42:09.477-04:002010 free agentsCliff LeeMLBPhiladelphia PhilliesRoy HalladayRuben Amaro Lee Signing Signals Phillies Are Now and Will Stay an Elite Organization The Philadelphia Phillies surprised the baseball world, and perhaps even themselves, when they snatched Cliff Lee on the free agent market a couple weeks ago.  Not only did the signing seemingly come out of nowhere due to the stealth negotiations, but they undercut the New York Yankees in the process. Ever http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/12/cliff-lee-signing-signals-phillies-are.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-7935021687632193276Mon, 06 Dec 2010 22:06:00 +00002010-12-07T13:41:37.920-05:002011 free agentscontractfree agencyJayson WerthMLBNewsopinionPhiladelphia PhilliesWashington Nationals Yesterday, conjecture became reality. After many months of speculation that Jayson Werth would leave the Phillies when his contract expired, it became official when the Washington Nationals signed him to a mega-deal. Most everyone would agree that the terms of the contract widely exceeded expectations. Even the Nationals GM Mike Rizzo admitted as much by implying that the 7-year, $126 million http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/12/money-asdie-all-lose-with-jayson-werths.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-718224585028108108Fri, 29 Oct 2010 18:46:00 +00002010-10-29T15:46:29.615-04:002010 mlb seasonfree agencyJayson WerthPhiladelphia PhilliesresignRuben Amaro Dear Jayson and Ruben, As you well know, the past few years have been a very special time for the Philadelphia Phillies and its loyal fanbase.  Four division titles, three trips to the NLCS, two National League Pennants, and a World Series ring is the type of remarkable success that has not been common place in this city? Every game is a playoff atmosphere with standing room only http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/open-letter-to-phillies-jayson-werth.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-7633970919949666884Sun, 24 Oct 2010 22:39:00 +00002010-10-25T15:42:45.463-04:002010 postseasonNLCS 2010Philadelphia Philliesrecap Without the benefit of a Farmer's Almanac or sophisticated meteorological computer modeling, it is clear that it will be a long, cold winter in Philadelphia.   The San Francisco Giants ensured as much when they defeated the Phillies last night to wrest away the National League Pennant that had been in their possession for two years.  Regrettably, the Phillies also helped to http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/philadelphia-phillies-best-team-ever.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-7534754588953184025Sat, 23 Oct 2010 19:16:00 +00002010-10-25T15:43:41.198-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsChase UtleyCliff LeeJayson WerthJimmy RollinsJose Contrerasmatt cainNLCS 2010opinionPhiladelphia PhilliesRyan HowardTim LincecumRandom rants, thoughts, and observations. Has Pat Burrell officially worn out his welcome in Philadelphia with his expletive-laced rant directed towards new hometown hero Roy Halladay in Game 5? It was especially odd to see Burrell complaining about a strike call since it has appeared all series that he had incriminating photographs of the home plate umpires. How many times has he taken what http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/im-just-saying2010-nlcs-edition.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-4941888946466689395Sat, 23 Oct 2010 13:51:00 +00002010-10-23T10:23:08.479-04:00Cole HamelsgreatnessJayson WerthJimmy RollinsopinionPhiladelphia PhilliesRoy Halladayroy oswalt A mark of a great team is its ability to overcome adversity to achieve success. The 2010 Philadelphia Phillies have surely faced an ample portion of challenges this season with a disabled list transaction report that reads like an MLB "Who's Who" list.  The team has already proved to be tremendously resilient by turning a two-games over .500 mid-season record into the best record in http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/opportunity-knocks-for-phillies-to_23.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-6575773798712763255Thu, 21 Oct 2010 17:13:00 +00002010-10-21T13:13:20.403-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsCharlie ManuelJoe BlantonNLCS 2010Philadelphia PhilliesRoy Halladayroy oswalt There is no doubt that the Philadelphia Phillies have struggled to hit this postseason. And, the San Francisco Giants deserve a lot of credit for their strong pitching and overall 25-man team play.  Those truths cannot be denied, but ultimately some bad decisions could prove to be the Phillies downfall this season. High hopes— justified high hopes at that— for another World Series http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/bad-decisions-could-cost-phillies.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-6298279072111158010Wed, 20 Oct 2010 21:21:00 +00002010-10-20T17:59:14.925-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsBen FranciscoCharlie ManuelJimmy RollinsJoe BlantonopinionPhiladelphia PhilliesRaul IbanezRoy HalladayShane Victorino Phillies skipper Charlie Manuel has played things pretty much straight up over the past two postseasons and has two NL Pennants and a World Series ring to show for it. With his team finding itself down two games to one and the next two contests in AT&T Park, the time is right to veer from previous course.  San Franciso Giants manager Bruce Bochy adjusted his lineup for Game 3 and http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/playing-phillies-manager-four-moves-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-7593243588809316592Sat, 16 Oct 2010 00:32:00 +00002010-10-15T20:32:35.770-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsNLCS 2010Philadelphia PhilliesPlayoff PreviewpredictionRoy HalladayRyan HowardSan Francisco GiantsTim Lincecum The 2010 National League Championship has some compelling story lines.  The Philadelphia Phillies seek to be the first team in 66 years to win three consecutive NL Championships. They also look to move one step closer to staking their place amongst baseball's greatest teams. While Philly concentrates on continuing its current era's success, the San Francisco Giants are looking to bring the http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/10-key-factors-that-will-determine-2010.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-4788391394690073889Mon, 11 Oct 2010 19:54:00 +00002010-10-11T17:53:47.375-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsChase UtleyCole HamelsNLDS Game 3opinionPhiladelphia Phillies On a few different fronts, it's as easy as "1-2-3" for the Philadelphia Phillies this postseason.  Last night, of course, the Phillies dispensed the upstart Cincinnati Reds 1-2-3 in the NLDS. The series sweep was of historic significance as it was the first ever in the post season for the 127-year old organization— at least on the winning end.  And, the Phillies plan for the 2010 http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/for-philadelphia-phillies-postseason.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-5545881475657778495Sat, 09 Oct 2010 18:35:00 +00002010-10-09T14:35:58.148-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsAroldis chapmanBrandon PhillipsChase UtleyJay BruceNLDS 2010NLDS Game 2Philadelphia Philliesrecaproy oswalt Conventional wisdom heading into last night's game seemed to suggest that Roy Halladay's historic Game One masterpiece might have provided a devastating psychological edge in the Phillies-Reds NLDS series.  The thinking was that the Reds might be demoralized to the point of believing they had no chance in the series, especially as they were staring at the back two-thirds of "The Big Three."http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/philadelphia-phillies-prove-turnabout.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-4790665639182951036Fri, 08 Oct 2010 17:16:00 +00002010-10-08T13:16:42.139-04:00no-hitteropinionPhiladelphia PhilliesRoy HalladayRuben Amaro Was that Phillies GM Ruben Amaro in the middle of the celebratory pile-up on the Citizens Bank Park infield Wednesday night after Roy Halladay's no-hitter? If so, who could blame him?  Front office personnel joining on-field celebrations is a bit unconventional, but Amaro had to be particularly pleased with Halladay's first postseason performance.  Actually, he must have been down http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/phillies-roy-halladays-nlds-no-hitter.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-5635318420662571150Thu, 07 Oct 2010 19:12:00 +00002010-10-07T19:25:56.790-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsCarlos Ruizmlb historyNLDSno-hitteropinionperfect gamePhiladelphiaPhiladelphia PhilliesRoy Halladay Yesterday afternoon, as Roy Halladay was preparing for yesterday's NLDS opener, Cliff Lee was putting the finishing touches on another brilliant postseason pitching performance.  Lee dominated the AL's most potent offense, striking out 10 Tampa Bay Rays batters while holding them to one run to give the Texas Rangers their first playoff win in 14 years.  Just one year earlier, of http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/philadelphia-phillies-roy-halladays.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-1818267732988855339Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:46:00 +00002010-10-07T19:27:40.351-04:002010 MLB Playoffscincinnati redsopinionPhiladelphia PhilliesPlayoff Preview Early this evening, the Philadelphia Phillies open defense of their two-year reign as National League Champions in Game 1 of the NLDS against the upstart Cincinnati Reds. Although the two teams have some similarities, they also provide a stark contrast to each other.  The Reds surprised the baseball world (not to mention the St. Louis Cardinals) by seizing control of the NL Central http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/nlds-2010-preview-cincinnati-reds-vs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-7528735969294979804Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:47:00 +00002010-10-06T13:47:53.830-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsChase UtleyCole HamelsJayson WerthJimmy RollinsopinionPhiladelphia Philliesroy oswaltRyan Howard Part 7 of 7 Phillies Championship Advantages Over the past ten days, we have examined the first six of The Philadelphia Phillies Seven Championship Advantages. In review, those aspects of the team that differentiate them from other contenders are as follows: 1. "The Big Three" Starting Pitchers2. Postseason Experience3. High Octane Offense4. Peaking at the Right Time5. Electric Citizens http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/philadelphia-phillies-highly-balanced.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-9053329153402886887Wed, 06 Oct 2010 03:54:00 +00002010-10-05T23:54:01.834-04:00Charlie ManuelChase UtleyJimmy RollinsopinionPhiladelphia PhilliesRyan Howard Part 6 of 7 Phillies Championship Advantages Professional sports teams have been known to win championships without it.  Sometimes sheer talent and fortuitous circumstance converge together to achieve a successful outcome.  Sometimes a team simply catches fire and makes an unlikely championship run.  But, often times, it is the presence of certain intangible qualities that melds http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/philadelphia-phillies-team-chemistry.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-7272888042892517899Mon, 04 Oct 2010 03:44:00 +00002010-10-04T10:43:54.468-04:002010 MLB Playoffsadvantagechampionship chancesCitizen's Bank ParkopinionPhiladelphia PhilliesPart 5 of 7 Phillies Championship Advantages The Philadelphia Phillies are fortunate to call Citizens Bank Park "home." The stadium is both part and parcel to the greatest era in the organization's history.   It possesses a rare combination of retro charm, modern luxury, intimate dimensions, and an electric atmosphere that make it a truly special sports venue.  There are so many aspectshttp://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/citizens-bank-park-perfect-stage-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-7453963583336961105Sat, 02 Oct 2010 17:08:00 +00002010-10-02T14:48:30.551-04:002010 MLB Playoffschampionship chancesCole HamelsopinionPhiladelphia PhilliesRoy Halladayroy oswaltRuben Amaro Part 4 of 7 Phillies Championship Advantages As they say, timing is everything. After a highly challenging 2010 season wrought with unending obstacles, that little bit of wisdom might particularly ring true for the Philadelphia Phillies.  The primary hurdles related to the non-stop stream of injuries that proliferated throughout the season. Perhaps the others involved a sense of confidencehttp://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/10/philadelphia-phillies-timing-is-right.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-3004450708613310216Fri, 01 Oct 2010 01:27:00 +00002010-09-30T21:27:12.434-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsadvantageChase UtleyJayson WerthJimmy RollinsoffenseopinionPhiladelphia PhilliespostseasonRyan HowardPart 3 of 7 Although the Phillies have a league-wide reputation as an offensive powerhouse, their numbers were down across the board this season. Appearances can be deceiving.  A peak at the rankings suggest that the Phillies might take a back seat to other playoff teams in terms of offensive output.   The Cincinnati Reds lead the National League in runs, batting average (.270), home http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/09/philadelphia-phillies-championship_30.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-6732223076243418486Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:45:00 +00002010-09-28T20:45:55.986-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsexperienceopinionPhiladelphia Phillies Part 2 of 7 The Philadelphia Phillies current era of success has been built around a nucleus of talented players. Some players have come and gone, but that core has been present through the team's rise and current reign as one of baseball's elite teams.  Players such as Jimmy Rollins, Chase Utley, Ryan Howard, and Cole Hamels are at the center of the core and have served as the key http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/09/philadelphia-phillies-championship.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-4538111047630677332Mon, 27 Sep 2010 01:15:00 +00002010-09-26T21:15:59.223-04:002010 MLB PlayoffsCliff LeeCole HamelsopinionPhiladelphiaPhiladelphia PhilliesRoy Halladayroy oswalt Part 1 of 7 With the Philadelphia Phillies standing on the precipice of a fourth consecutive postseason berth, the focus of the team and fan base is two-fold.  First, take care of business and nail down a fourth straight NL East crown.  Second, take a look towards the end of year championship tourney to see how the Phillies stack up and are positioned for success.  Should they do http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/09/examining-philadelphia-phillies-seven.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-2132057268801584269Thu, 23 Sep 2010 04:15:00 +00002010-09-23T00:16:28.889-04:00Andy ReidDonovan McNabbKevin KolbMichael VickNFLopinionPhiladelphia Eagles After Tuesday's stunning announcement, Andy Reid has seemingly painted himself and the Philadelphia Eagles into a relatively small corner.  Reid's about-face in naming Michael Vick the starting quarterback until further notice surely has the potential to back fire on many fronts.    On the surface, it would be difficult to argue that Vick has provided a spark to an otherwise http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/09/michael-vick-promotion-might-haunt.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-3305125254164037527Sat, 11 Sep 2010 21:25:00 +00002010-09-11T17:31:20.870-04:002010 mlb seasonJimmy RollinsPhiladelphia PhilliespostseasonRoy Halladayroy oswaltRyan Howard The Philadelphia Phillies obstacle course of a season currently finds them one game up in the National League Eastern Division. The club's 2010 campaign has been akin to a season of The Amazing Race in terms of duration, complexity, and challenge.  An ongoing spate of injuries has kept the National League's best team on paper at less than full strength all season long. Key players http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/09/philadelphia-phillies-poised-for.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-6167625404721853920Fri, 06 Aug 2010 18:25:00 +00002010-08-06T14:25:38.804-04:00Charlie ManuelChase UtleycommentaryJayson WerthNewsopinionPhiladelphia Philliesroy oswaltRyan Howard Thus far, the 2010 season has been a ride of misfortune for the Philadelphia Phillies. It has been the baseball equivalent of getting out of the wrong side of bed in the morning.   With a seemingly unending stream of injuries that have depleted the team from opening day, this season surely has not played out as the team's brain trust intended or baseball pundits projected.  Only two ofhttp://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/08/despite-injuries-2010-philadelphia.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515936758890441935.post-5362112783521297103Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:46:00 +00002010-07-30T15:46:50.587-04:00J.A. HappNewsopinionPhiladelphia Philliesroy oswaltRuben Amarotrade Exactly one year from his first blockbuster trade, Philadelphia Phillies GM Ruben Amaro pulled off another high profile trade to acquire an ace hurler. And, like a year ago, the acquisition of Roy Oswalt seems to push the team to the front of the contending pack in the National League and possibly all of baseball. Despite being under fire at times, the young executive has demonstrated a clear http://www.imjustsayingphilly.com/2010/07/roy-oswalt-to-philadelphia-phillies-is.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Gary Suess)0