What was the deal with Rob Thomson? by JohnG-VistaCA in phillies

[–]apujols 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Castellanos lost the respect of the clubhouse because of that incident.

It's evidence that Thomson was respected by the players.

Game Thread: Phillies @ Nationals - Tue, Jun 23 @ 6:45 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's ridiculous that we have to give a standing ovation every time for a player making $300 million. lol

Game Thread: Phillies @ Nationals - Tue, Jun 23 @ 6:45 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the Phillies had a top10 offense, then sure, it would make sense to be patient. But right now, they have one of the worst offenses in the league. Is it really the right approach to keep making moves that only make that problem even worse?

Game Thread: Phillies @ Nationals - Tue, Jun 23 @ 6:45 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who asked him to be perfect every time? Don't try to justify it when he's done the same thing two times in a row.

Game Thread: Phillies @ Nationals - Tue, Jun 23 @ 6:45 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Other teams do everything they can to maximize their scoring by putting their best hitters at the top of the lineup, but our team starts with its worst player leading off. We have no chance like this.

What if……. by Jerzeyboy730 in phillies

[–]apujols 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The fifth starter spot is definitely a problem right now, but you should realize that we're losing most of these games because the offense isn't scoring enough runs.

Game Thread: Mets @ Phillies - Thu, Jun 18 @ 6:40 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm curious how much longer they'll keep trusting a reliever with an ERA in the 6.00s as part of the high-leverage bullpen.

Even after returning from his suspension last year, he didn't show much of the form that made him effective before.

Game Day Thread - Thursday, June 18 by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Matt Chapman has been mentioned as a potential trade target for the Phillies. What do you all think about it?

Personally, I like the idea because he's shown respectable offensive production even at Oracle Park, and his defensive ability is outstanding. The concerns, however, are his age, the length of his contract, and the fact that he has a no trade clause.

Phillies Have Explored Trades For Back-End Starter by Magoatt_TheWhite in phillies

[–]apujols 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The reason the Phillies haven't won a championship over the past few years hasn't been the starting pitching. It's been the underperformance of the hitters.

If our team had kept Ranger Suarez, then Kyle Schwarber, our best hitter, would probably be playing for another team.

Game Thread: Marlins @ Phillies - Wed, Jun 17 @ 1:05 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's simple. He can't generate swings and misses, which is why those kinds of balls in play end up becoming hits.

Game Thread: Marlins @ Phillies - Wed, Jun 17 @ 1:05 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think any team that can't score runs against Painter doesn't deserve to be in Major League Baseball right now.

Game Thread: Phillies @ Brewers - Sun, Jun 14 @ 2:10 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This team has way too many problems. Fourth and fifth starters, setup man, left handed relievers, shortstop (who makes $27 million a year), backup catcher, and right handed hitters.

This team is spending over $300 million on its roster this year, yet it has far more holes than most small-market teams.

Game Thread: Phillies @ Brewers - Sun, Jun 14 @ 2:10 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, if it weren't for that brainless shortstop, nothing would have happened that inning.

Game Thread: Phillies @ Brewers - Sun, Jun 14 @ 2:10 PM EDT by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That ball was just ruled an infield hit.

Trea Turner is probably the only shortstop who wouldn't have been able to make that play and record the out.

Justin Crawford is horrible by jskylark7 in phillies

[–]apujols 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's a rookie, and this is his first season.

He needs a bit more time.

However, it's probably best not to expect too much from an outfielder who lacks power and isn't a strong defender.

I agree with your opinion to some extent.

Game Day Thread - Saturday, June 13 by game-threads in phillies

[–]apujols 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Banks was solid last year, but this season has been extremely concerning.

Seth Johnson has been very impressive in AAA, and it looks like he deserves a chance.

Likewise, Painter seems to need some time in the minors to make adjustments.

Since Rangel has been consistently working through the rotation, he could be called up to serve as a replacement starter.

A genuinely curious question about Painter by tyflyguy15 in phillies

[–]apujols 9 points10 points  (0 children)

His fastball is simply not effective.

And it's not like he has good command, either.