We're Not Werth, Lee!!: Phillies 8, Diamondbacks 1

by WholeCamels on Aug 19, 2009 10:47 PM EDT

So I think the decision to bring Cliff Lee to the Phillies last month has worked out pretty well so far. I'm open to other opinions, in the sense that I'll listen to you but I will be forced to call you dumb.

Lee allowed just two hits and one unearned run to the Diamondbacks, striking out 11 in his second complete came in just four starts for the Phillies. He was supported by four home runs, including two by right fielder Jayson Werth who has smashed his previous career high, and a three run shot in the fifth inning by Ryan Howard that blew the game open and shattered Diamondbacks' starter Dan Haren's soul. Chase Utley smashed a two run bomb into the Phillies' bullpen in the third inning.

The Phillies tagged the recently struggling Dan Haren for six runs and nine hits in five innings.

Lee allowed his only run in the third inning after a Pedro Feliz two base error allowed rotten tattoo necked creep Ryan Roberts to second base with no outs. Augie Ojeda's groundout advanced Roberts to third, who then scored on Stephen Drew's sacrifice fly. To that point in the game, Lee hadn't yet allowed a hit, and fans had to have been contemplating the possibility of a non-shutout no-hitter for Lee. That possibility went out the window, too, after pinch-hitter Chad Tracy singled in the sixth inning.

The midweek series wraps up tomorrow, as the Phillies go for the sweep behind Joe Blanton. Doug Davis will start for the Diamondbacks.

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Bah, should have gotten halladay

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by jemagee on Aug 19, 2009 10:58 PM EDT reply actions

Don’t forget Matt Cain!

by phillyinportland on Aug 19, 2009 11:12 PM EDT up reply actions

What about all the Haren lovers? That was before we knew he wasnt available though…

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by tam5070 on Aug 20, 2009 12:14 AM EDT up reply actions

what was wrong with Moyer, exactly?

by Wet Luzinski on Aug 20, 2009 12:20 PM EDT up reply actions

Death Panel consultation

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by jemagee on Aug 20, 2009 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions

LOL. I firmly believe that should such a panel come into actual existence, you would be excellent in that capacity.

by Wet Luzinski on Aug 20, 2009 5:57 PM EDT up reply actions

See, it’s not the sick or infirm, it’s the stupid…and I saw no mention from the republicans that the dems wanted to kill the stupid (which really would have scared their base i’m sure)

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by jemagee on Aug 21, 2009 10:33 AM EDT up reply actions

Boo

@ the title

That was right up there with the finest pitching performances I’ve ever watched.

by phatj on Aug 19, 2009 11:08 PM EDT reply actions

Wow

That’s all I can say after arriving home to find this summary. And, are you kidding me? This guy just keeps getting better. Can’t wait to check the game-time commentary.

by phillyinportland on Aug 19, 2009 11:11 PM EDT reply actions

4 complete games in his last 7 starts. He’s phenomenal.

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by JasonB on Aug 19, 2009 11:21 PM EDT reply actions

really wish I’d seen this one. What a performance from Lee. Again.

by dajafi on Aug 19, 2009 11:25 PM EDT via mobile reply actions

Hey...

as long as he keeps Lidge out of the game, I’m fine with him!

by NowWhat? on Aug 20, 2009 12:04 AM EDT reply actions

there’s no way Halladay would’ve done this well.

Also- I think he’s leap-frogged Bruntlett on the depth chart for backup MI / wasted PHer.

Does he already have more hits than Bruntlett?

by Bilzo on Aug 20, 2009 12:12 AM EDT reply actions

Not Yet

But 5 hits in 13 ABs for Cliff and 11 hits in 85 Abs for Bruntlett. I’m willing to place a bet that by the end of the season Cliff will have more hits.

What are you talking about?

by shiiro126029 on Aug 20, 2009 12:58 AM EDT up reply actions

Holy Shyt...

He’ got an OPS around .923 after tonight O.o

What are you talking about?

by shiiro126029 on Aug 20, 2009 1:08 AM EDT up reply actions

Makes up for the latter-day Tim McCarverization of Paul Bako as Lee’s caddy.

by Wet Luzinski on Aug 20, 2009 12:21 PM EDT up reply actions

In all seriousness, and I do realize it’s been only a few games, but do we maybe start talking to Lee about adding perhaps 2 more years to the end of his current deal?

"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel

by foos05 on Aug 20, 2009 8:38 AM EDT reply actions

I highly doubt it

After seeing the kind of money his fellow Indian Sabathia made, Cliff is going to test that free agent market. Even at his age, he should command at least AJ Burnett-type of money (5 yr / 80+ million).

Do you really want to be paying a 36 year old Cliff Lee, 18 million a year?

A good scenario for the Phills would be to win another WS this year, then completely fall apart next year and then be able to trade Lee for pitching prospects at the deadline. You would be able to replace Carrasco and Knapp and still have another ring to show for it.

by Toxicadam on Aug 20, 2009 9:27 AM EDT up reply actions

No I wouldn’t want to pay 36 year old Cliff Lee $18, but I wouldn’t mind paying 33 year old Cliff Lee $15 – $18M for that year… I’m just saying it might be prudent to atleast have that conversation with him, even if it doesn’t go anywhere…

"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel

by foos05 on Aug 20, 2009 9:32 AM EDT up reply actions

How is winning to back to back championships and falling apart the next year a good scenario? I just don’t see that how about three championships that is a great scenario give him the money if he plays out superstar like right now.

I wasn't even a year old but I stayed up to be outside the Vet with my Dad and Mom when the Phillies won the World Series 1980.

by Christopher A on Aug 20, 2009 9:48 AM EDT up reply actions

Or we could just let him walk and take the picks. I’d prefer that to stinking in 2010.

by taco pal on Aug 20, 2009 10:27 AM EDT up reply actions

Is Bruntlett still on the team? Whats he have, 10 at bats this year?

by phillayfan on Aug 20, 2009 9:45 AM EDT reply actions

But 5 hits in 13 ABs for Cliff and 11 hits in 85 Abs for Bruntlett. I’m willing to place a bet that by the end of the season Cliff will have more hits.

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by jemagee on Aug 20, 2009 10:35 AM EDT up reply actions