Pence, Mayberry go back-to-back in win

The Phillies offense gave Cliff Lee two big swings in the 2nd inning and that was all he would need in the opener of a four-game set against the Giants. Lee did his part and the offense gave him just enough support as the Phillies took the first game of the series against the Giants, … Continue reading Pence, Mayberry go back-to-back in win

Uggla Outscores Phils, 3-2

And the struggles against the Braves continue… Dan Uggla’s line drive home run to left field in the bottom of the eighth broke the 2-2 tie and gave the Braves the 3-2 win on Civil Rights Day. The Phillies have now lost the last two series against the Braves and trail th season series, 5-4. … Continue reading Uggla Outscores Phils, 3-2

7th Heaven

Shades of last season were looming at Citizens Bank Park today. With Roy Halladay dealing, the Mets held a 1-0 lead heading into the 7th. For sure it appeared the Phillies would have to life the right-hander with only 78 pitches under his belt. But a big blast and some small ball scored two for … Continue reading 7th Heaven