U.S. MAYORS FORM TASK FORCE TO FIGHT MiLB CONTRACTION
A new task force is being formed by mayors across the country in an effort to prevent Major League Baseball from contracting 42 minor league teams.
Author: Chuck Hixson
PHILLIES ADD RELIEVERS NORRIS, LIRIANO ON MINOR LEAGUE DEALS
The Phillies added two more veteran relievers on minor league contracts, adding to the competition for bullpen spots in spring training.
STOREN JOINS PHILS TO FIGHT FOR BULLPEN JOB
Drew Storen saved a career-high 43 games with Washington, but that was in 2011. The Phillies signed him to a minor league contract, hoping he can return to some semblance of that form.
IRONPIGS EXTEND SAFETY NETTING
The Lehigh Valley IronPigs continue to be proactive with fans’ safety and will again extend the netting down both foul lines.
FORMER IRONPIGS FAN FAVORITE GETS COLUMBUS MANAGER’S JOB
Andy Tracy was a fan favorite in his three seasons with Lehigh Valley. Now, he’s managing Triple-A Columbus.
BETHANCOURT SIGNS WITH PHILS, ADDING DEPTH AT CATCHER
The Phillies added some insurance at the backup catcher spot by signing a former top prospect.
FRANCO, HERNANDEZ GET NEW JOBS
Two former Phillies found new teams to call their own for the 2020 season.
PHILS BRING BACK GOSSELIN, SIGN SZCZUR ON MINOR LEAGUE DEALS
The Phillies made a flurry of minor moves just prior to and after the Winter Meetings ended.
GREGORIOUS AGREES TO TAKE A ONE-YEAR DEAL WITH PHILLIES
Didi Gregorius reset his sights to get a one-year contract to rebuild his offensive numbers and the plan worked. The Phillies bit on a one-year deal with the 29-year old shortstop.
WHEELER COMES TO PHILLY, BUT HAMELS GOES TO ATLANTA
The rumors of the Phillies interest in Zack Wheeler proved true. The 29-year old signed a five-year, $118-million deal with the Phillies Wednesday.