After Chicago Cubs closer Héctor Neris surrendered a three-run home run to Thairo Estrada in a 7-6 loss to the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field on Monday, manager Craig Counsell was asked about his job security as the ninth inning specialist.
In the past week or so, Phillies fans have packed stadiums in London, Boston, and Baltimore to root on their beloved team. They’ve stuffed ballot boxes to support their squad as well. Led by first baseman Bryce Harper, the Phillies have two players leading their respective positions in All-Star votes among National League players, and five others ranking in the...
Home plate umpire Manny Gonzalez missed over 25 pitches in the Giants' win over the Cubs on Monday night.
In about a month, once the All-Star Break is over, or thereabouts, JT Realmuto will be healthy again. The Phillies front office will hev to make another difficult decision, much like when the team decided to send outfielder Johan Rojas to AAA to make room on the active roster for shortstop Trea Turner, who had missed six weeks with a...