A FRONT OFFICE VIEW OF MINOR LEAGUE CONTRACTION
Phillies assistant GM Scott Proefrock spoke recently about baseball’s plans to contract 42 of the 160 minor league teams.
Category: Analysis/Opinion
FIXING THE PHILLIES: THIRD BASE
The Phillies have to make a decision on Maikel Franco’s future with the team. There is something to be said for keeping him on board for another season.
THE REAL REASON BEHIND MINOR LEAGUE CONTRACTION AND REALIGNMENT
Major League Baseball is proposing to eliminate 25-percent of the current teams in the minors.
FORMER PHILLIE JUMPS INTO ASTROS CHEATING ISSUE
Trevor Plouffe claims that he has a source that has told him how the Houston Astros were able to steal signs during the World Series.
KAPLER’S HIRING IS ALREADY HITTING THE FAN IN SAN FRAN
If Gabe Kapler thought he wasn’t well liked in Philly, he’s got to think he’s hated in the City By The Bay.
ROUNDING THE BASES: 11-3-19
This week, we round the bases and find some former Phillies getting new jobs, potential free agent targets for the Phillies and more on Joe Girardi. Plus, a look at the week ahead.
STAIRS COULD BE IN LINE FOR HITTING COACH JOB
It’s not out of the question that manager Joe Girardi will turn to a former Phillies hitting coach to join his staff.
Fixing the Phillies: Manager
The Phillies have made no secret of the fact that they’re looking for a manager with plenty of major league experience. Among the three they’re considering, one stands out.
Middleton trusts Klentak to hire the next Phillies manager
You have to wonder just why John Middleton has handed the reins of finding a new manager back to Matt Klentak.
Fixing the Phillies: Utility players
Finding the right mix for the bench might not be the sexiest part of fixing the Phillies, but it’s important nonetheless.