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Phillies will never play the role of favorites, but are still a force to be reckoned with.

By Joe Vallee at 11:33 am on Sunday January 24, 2010

Yes, in a way I am still scratching my head at the Cliff Lee trade. Yes, I am wondering why in the world they would bring back Brandon Duckworth (even though it WAS a minor league contract).

Placido Polanco returns to the Phillies, but was it the right choice?

By Joe Vallee at 3:28 am on Friday December 4, 2009

Placido Polanco is back.

Phillies moving on without Pedro Feliz

By Joe Vallee at 8:59 pm on Sunday November 8, 2009

Pedro Feliz solidified what was arguably the best infield in baseball when the Philadelphia Phillies signed him in the Winter of 2008. His offense and defense blew away the production of the Phillies' previous third base occupants Wes Helms and Abraham Nunez. On Sunday, the Phillies announced they were declining the $5.5 million option year on Feliz for 2010, thus "unofficially" officially ending his career in Philadelphia.

Mixed Emotions: The Continuing Story of Pete Rose

By Joe Vallee at 12:39 am on Tuesday July 28, 2009

In the thirty one years of my existence, I've met my share of actors, rock stars, television personalities, athletes and even a president. I'm lucky to say that most of them have been very courteous, if not gracious. In saying that, there's always one bad apple out of every good bunch that spoils things for everyone. Lenny Dykstra wasn't the most pleasant guy during my bat boy days, and former 76ers "guard" Greg Graham was so pathetic he doesn't even count. As a result, my bad apple gets the nod over the "poser" of a hoops star and the now bankrupt "Dude." And the winner is...........

The All-Time Phillies Team

By Jesse Lorenz at 9:20 am on Monday July 13, 2009

With the All-Star break now upon us, I thought it was now time to compile "The List". This list is for the longest standing single name team in baseball, a team that for incredible stretches has shattered dreams and expectations. And, many fans never got to see this team win a pennant much less 60 games. So while having a rich history is a great thing, it is also dubious in what it reveals about the team.