It took the Phillies 19 innings to defeat the Cincinnati Reds 5-4 early Thursday morning. However, the big story became Phillies utilityman Wilson Valdez, who stepped in from second base to throw a scoreless top of the 19th to lead the Phils to victory.
The real fun begins on Friday (weather permitting) for the Phillies and their potentially all-world pitching staff.
The laborious search for the best photo featuring all five Philadelphia Phillies starters is over.
It appears we might have a winner in the race to nickname the Philadelphia Phillies starting rotation. This photo, courtesy of Big League Stew, shows us the five-man band but in a whole new light.
As I stare longingly at this photo, I’m reminded of one person…Green Bay Packers linebackers coach Kevin Greene.
Today’s Super Bowl Media Day seemed to be a rather ho-hum affair (with the notable exception of a reporter asking Hines Ward about a team trip to a Dallas strip club a night earlier). However, Steelers linebacker Brett Keisel’s spectacular beard highlighted Pittsburgh’s session.
I don’t know when the Cliff Lee-fest will stop on my end. While I contemplate such an issue, savor this cartoon from the New York Post.
The good vibes and funny pics continue to roll in because of the Cliff Lee signing. This pic might be my favorite.
Merry Cliffmas to all and to all a goodnight.