Bullpen Blows Third Straight Against Mets

New day, same result. The Phillies got swept by the Mets, blowing leads in all three games. The Phillies blew a 2-0 lead in the 6th on Monday, a 4-1 lead in the 7th on Tuesday and a 4-2 lead in the 6th tonight, losing 10-6. It is the first time since May 9, 2007 … Continue reading Bullpen Blows Third Straight Against Mets

Mets Rookie Hits Game-Winning Shot off Papelbon

When a relief pitcher is put on ice for a week, it usually creates rust. That is exactly what happened to Jonathan Papelbon, who hadn’t thrown a pitch since last Tuesday. Papelbon surrenedered the game-winning three-run home run in the top of the 9th in the Mets 5-2 win on Monday. The home run was … Continue reading Mets Rookie Hits Game-Winning Shot off Papelbon

Martinez’s 4 RBI’s back Kendrick

The Phils offense and pitching needed to bounce back in a big way in today’s game against New York. And it did. But the help came from a couple of unsuspecting players. Kyle Kendrick was on the hill and Michael “Mini Mart” Martinez was in the line up for the Phils. One pitched seven innings … Continue reading Martinez’s 4 RBI’s back Kendrick