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A Familiar Face Helped Bring Simon To The Phillies
At the time the Phillies acquired righty Kyle Simon from the Orioles, he was struggling as a starter in high Class A. Philadelphia immediately moved him to the bullpen, and with excellent results.
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Trevor May’s Struggles Present Teaching Moment
Phillies officials had detected flaws in Double-A righthander Trevor May's delivery, but they were reluctant to make changes as the pitcher got off to a tremendous start. But when May's ERA swelled beyond 6.00 in May, June and July, instructors were presented with a teaching opportunity.
Martin’s Post-Trade Breakthrough Excites Phillies
The Phillies believe they picked up a future big league battery in the July trades that sent outfielders Hunter Pence and Shane Victorino to the West Coast.
Rupp Joins Phillies’ Catching-Prospect Conversation
Phillies farm director Joe Jordan is looking forward to a spirited spring-training competition at the catcher position, and he expects Cameron Rupp to challenge top prospects Tommy Joseph and Sebastian Valle for playing time.
Aumont Makes Eighth-Inning Audition With Phillies
The Phillies made it no secret during spring training that they believed righthander Phillippe Aumont was the reliever closest to the big leagues. Nevertheless, he saw seven of his Lehigh Valley bullpen-mates go to Philadelphia before he finally got the call.
Cloyd, Ruf Break Through, Make MLB Debuts For Phils
Jim Salisbury files his Phillies final report, selecting a best player and best pitcher as well as a player to keep an eye on.
Phillies Try Slugger Ruf In Left To Get Bat In Lineup
First baseman Darin Ruf's dazzling season for Double-A Reading will likely earn him a spot on the Phillies' 40-man roster this winter. But to earn playing time in the big leagues the 26-year-old must learn to play a passable left field.
Phils Add Depth Behind Dish With Deadline Deal
The Phillies have enjoyed a career year from Carlos Ruiz this season, but they know the 33-year-old catcher won't last forever. The club's activity at the trade deadline indicates it has already started thinking about life after Ruiz.
Despite Setbacks, Phillies Haven’t Given Up On Gillies
The Phillies suspended Tyson Gillies "indefinitely" from Double-A Reading on after an off-field incident during a trip to Portland, Maine. Despite myriad setbacks, Philadelphia hasn't given up on the promising center fielder.
Phillies Trade Thome To Orioles For Familiar Prospects
The Phillies knew they wouldn't get a huge prospect haul for 41-year-old Jim Thome, but they were pleased with the return they received from the Orioles: high Class A righthander Kyle Simon and 19-year-old catcher Gabriel Lino.
Phillies’ Hernandez Improves With Both Bat And Glove
Correspondent Jim Salisbury files a midseason report for the Phillies, highlighting a Best Player, a Biggest Leap Forward and a Biggest Disappointment for the first half.
Phillies Try Brown In Center Field At Triple-A
An interesting thing happened to the Phillies' Domonic Brown in his transition from right field to left: He's become a center fielder for Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Phillies Again Prioritize Prep Players At Top Of Draft
The Phillies followed a familiar route with their top two picks in the 2012 draft, selecting a pair of high school pitchers, Shane Watson (40th overall) and Mitch Gueller (54th).
Phillies Stockpile Promising Young Third Basemen
The Phillies haven't developed a third base regular since Scott Rolen, but they're encouraged by the development of a trio of players in Class A and extended spring training.
Fourth-Year Outfielder Jiwan James Takes Next Step
Phillies outfielder Jiwan James didn't pay much attention to the Rule 5 draft in December. He knew he was eligible to be selected, but whether it happened or not wasn't going to change his approach in 2012. No matter what, he was still going to compete and try to become more consistent in his game with Double-A Reading.
Phillies’ Cloyd Makes Good On Surprise Assignment
The night before he was scheduled to start the second game of an Opening Day doubleheader for Double-A Reading, Phillies righty Tyler Cloyd learned that he would instead be making a spot start at Triple-A. "I was excited and shocked at the same time," he said.
Phillies Approve Of Biddle’s Offseason Initiative
The first thing people noticed about Jesse Biddle this spring was his physique. He was leaner and more athletic looking, thanks to a conditioning program that resulted in the 6-foot-5 Phillies lefty dropping 20 pounds to get down near 215.
Diekman Gaining Notice
Lefthander Jake Diekman has piqued the interest of Phillies personnel at big league spring training.
Phillies Still Thinking Of Rosenberg
Righthander B.J. Rosenberg was extremely excited to get a phone call this winter in which the Phillies invited him to attend major league spring training.
Phillies’ Colvin Raring To Get Going
Righthander Brody Colvin's final start of 2011—6 2/3 shutout innings to lead high Class A Clearwater to a win over Brevard County—was the equivalent of finishing a poor round of golf with a birdie. Colvin finished a difficult season at 3-8, 4.71, but his final outing, and the entire learning experience of 2011, left him eager to get to spring training and begin the new season.
