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Folks, it’s not hyperbole to say that today starts the most important stretch of the season for the Phillies. They have the Rays the next two games, followed by a four game series against the Diamondbacks, then a three game series against the Nationals. These are games that they must win, starting with at least a split against the Rays. It’ll be difficult as Tampa Bay is one of the best teams in baseball, but their ability to bring in relievers at will might be thwarted a bit since the pitcher will eventually have to hit. We could see enough double switches from them that Joe Girardi would practically glow with jealousy.
On to the links.
Phillies news:
- For all the consternation the trade drew, Kyle Gibson has been quite good since he has arrived in Philadelphia.
- By demoting Alec Bohm, the Phillies are showing they learned their lesson from Scott Kingery.
- The Phillies don’t care about winning baseball games, you silly goose.
MLB news:
- The investigation into the Angels employee who allegedly sold drugs is taking some ugly turns.
- With the Orioles stuck in the middle of a long losing streak, the league needs anti-tanking measures now more than ever ($).
- Your baseball cards may not actually fall in value once Fanatics takes over.
- The Padres made a scapegoat out of Larry Rothschild, firing him with all the struggles they’ve had lately.