Tag: inter-league play

The Natch: The Designated Fence Sitter

by Christian Hetrick

It’s the most wonderful time of year, but this isn’t Christmas. It’s that time of the baseball season when the Phillies are in Seattle, the Yankees are in Wrigley, and Ben Francisco is a designated hitter. Ah, Interleague play, my favorite time of year. The only time of year that almost breeds as much anger, … Continue reading The Natch: The Designated Fence Sitter

Phillies get shutout by Harrison 2-0

by Christian Hetrick

Chase Utley, your return tomorrow could not come at a better time. Once again the Phillies offense failed to give their starter the run support he needed, as they wasted a great outing by Roy Oswalt, and were shutout by the Rangers 2-0. The abysmal offense left six runners on base and were just 1-6 with runners with scoring position. … Continue reading Phillies get shutout by Harrison 2-0