July 17, 2019
Phillies
by
Evan Macy
Last night, Jay Bruce — you know, the left-handed trade acquisition with 25 home runs — left Tuesday's win with an oblique injury. Most of the time, an injury like that requires time on the injured list.
July 16, 2019
Phillies
by
Evan Macy
On Monday, we outlined a report that the team was not only interested in Toronto's Marcus Stroman, but actively scouting him. We have a similar report to look into today, as the Diamondbacks' Robbie Ray is also apparently very much on Philly's radar:
July 15, 2019
Sixers
by
Evan Macy
It was just a formality, after word leaked out that the Sixers intended to extend point-forward Ben Simmons to a max contract extension. But PhillyVoice confirmed Monday that the deal had been done, making Simmons a very rich man.
July 15, 2019
Phillies
by
Evan Macy
The Phillies need for a starting pitcher is pretty desperate. Not only do they not have a fifth starter to begin with, but Jake Arrieta is pitching through bone spurs and is, at best, going at 85 percent. The fact that Stroman is only 28 and is not a rental player strengthens the case for Philly to make the move. He has a 3.25 ERA this season in 110.2 innings pitched.
July 15, 2019
Eagles
by
Evan Macy
Ratings for every NFL player were posted on EA Sports' website Monday, with Fletcher Cox surprising no one as Philly's top player, boasting the best strength and awareness on the team as well. He's a 96 overall.
July 5, 2019
Phillies
by
Evan Macy
The Phillies have had the second worst bullpen in all of baseball since June 1, with a putrid 6.67 ERA. Most of the blame for that goes to, you know, the eight pitchers currently on the team who are unable to get the job done.
But it is hard to ignore the fact that six of the Phillies seven current players on the injured list are bullpen arms.
July 5, 2019
Phillies
by
Evan Macy
NBC Sports' Phillies beat writer Jim Salisbury reported Friday afternoon that outfielder Odubel Herrera, despite not facing criminal charges after they were dropped by his girlfriend, will be suspended for the rest of this season and for part of next season.
July 4, 2019
Sixers
by
Evan Macy
It happens with great regularity. A player leaves, and you're left with an out of date jersey.
And instead of tossing it in the trash or even burning it — as some fans may feel the instinct to do — this year radio personality Eytan Shander is giving Philly fans the chance to be productive as they get rid of their Jimmy Butler jerseys.
July 3, 2019
Phillies
by
Evan Macy
In a shocking twist of events, his girlfriend decided not to pursue charges anymore and the case was dismissed.
July 3, 2019
Sixers
by
Evan Macy
The Sixers have come to terms with nine players (while also potentially extending a 10th) to build what is resembling s complete roster. Here's a look at the team as currently constructed. Get used to this group of players — they're going to be here for a long time.