Well, it's another day in Philadelphia, which means another Phillies game, (resulting in a win 58.3 percent of the time) another trade rumor, and another Mets' shutout. Today, the Phillies failed to turn the trick for the first time in 11 chances- not too shabby, dropping the get away game 10-5 to the Cubs. What is becoming more and more evident, though, is that Jamie Moyer is getting too old to play. Another poor outing, resulted in the Phillies having very poor position in the game, and because of that, in my opinion, Jamie Moyer's starts are numbered.
With Pedro coming into the fold, and almost a guarantee that some pitcher will be acquired, there's just no room for Jamie. A rotation of Hamels, Halladay or whoever is acquired, Blanton, Happ, and Pedro or Rodrigo is more than capable. It's time for Moyer to be used as a long reliever.
Also, the Phillies have been rumored to be looking at Arizona's Chad Qualls, who was acquired by the D-Backs in exchange for Jose Valverde. Acquiring Qualls, would really send a message to Lidge that the Phillies are serious about this year and if he doesn't get it straight, the Phils will move on as him being a set-up guy.
In addition, Washington's Josh Willingham, a power bat from the right side is available and the Phillies are interested... at the right price. He can play first base and the corner outfield positions, so it's not a bad trade at all, if the Phillies can pull it off. Another guy I thought would be a nice fit is Ty Wigginton, former Astro "great" who now plays for Baltimore. He is very similar to that of Willingham, in that he can play outfield, third and first, and also can hit for power. Either way the Phillies will make out well with the rumored additions.
So that's it for now, Phillies remain 5.5 games up on Atlanta and still sit 10 games up on those lowly Mets. Willingham, Qualls, and a certain guy named Roy Halladay are ones that you should keep your eye on as a Phillies fan. Things are looking good for the defending champs right about now.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Halladay to Phillies?
Roy Halladay, who is regarded as the best pitcher in all of the sport, has obviously been circulating in trade rumors. The rumored suitors are the White Sox, Brewers, Red Sox... well, anybody that can sniff first place, really. Sorry, National fans, but Halladay isn't going to D.C. Good luck with Strasburg, though.
The main hurdles for any team are two priorities: Money and prospects. If you have one of two, you're not going to get it done. Sorry, Texas. If you have neither, you're not going to get it done. Again, sorry, Nationals. But if you have both, like the Phillies, Red Sox and Yankees you're really in a good position.
The Red Sox have a phenom in their farm system named Clay Bucholz. I mean, this guy could probably throw a no-hitter someday... wait, he's been there, done that. The Yankees have names like Hughes and Joba, but they're projects and for a guy like Halladay, the Blue Jays aren't prepared to take on raw talent. They want major league ready. However, both teams have a bounty of money to reel in Halladay.
Then, there's the Phillies. They have the prospects: Taylor, Brown, Drabek, Donald, Marson, and Carrasco. They have the money, for they have sold out almost every game this year, even against those sorry Nationals. But this triggers another question: Is Halladay really worth it? You look at last year- Sabathia, Harden and Blanton found new zip codes. Now, honestly who's the unknown name of the three? Go ahead take about 2 tenths of a second. I did. Exactly, it's Blanton. But last October when you looked up, he was the last guy standing. So, is it really worth mortgaging your future over the biggest name out there with no playoff experience? Or would it be wiser to give lesser prospects for a smaller name? Maybe a Brian Bannister if you will. I happen to choose this option.
However, the Phillies could get adventurous, go for the jugular, and get Halladay, but then if there's no parade down Broad Street, whose fault is it? The Phillies are in the driver seat for Halladay, for the Jays would prefer not to sell Halladay to the AL East, but when it's all said and done, I say the best option would be a Blanton-esque move. Either way, no matter if the Phillies choose to sell the farm, or if the Yankees or Red Sox blow the Jays away with an offer, one thing is guaranteed: He won't be going to D.C. Sorry, Nats fans.
The main hurdles for any team are two priorities: Money and prospects. If you have one of two, you're not going to get it done. Sorry, Texas. If you have neither, you're not going to get it done. Again, sorry, Nationals. But if you have both, like the Phillies, Red Sox and Yankees you're really in a good position.
The Red Sox have a phenom in their farm system named Clay Bucholz. I mean, this guy could probably throw a no-hitter someday... wait, he's been there, done that. The Yankees have names like Hughes and Joba, but they're projects and for a guy like Halladay, the Blue Jays aren't prepared to take on raw talent. They want major league ready. However, both teams have a bounty of money to reel in Halladay.
Then, there's the Phillies. They have the prospects: Taylor, Brown, Drabek, Donald, Marson, and Carrasco. They have the money, for they have sold out almost every game this year, even against those sorry Nationals. But this triggers another question: Is Halladay really worth it? You look at last year- Sabathia, Harden and Blanton found new zip codes. Now, honestly who's the unknown name of the three? Go ahead take about 2 tenths of a second. I did. Exactly, it's Blanton. But last October when you looked up, he was the last guy standing. So, is it really worth mortgaging your future over the biggest name out there with no playoff experience? Or would it be wiser to give lesser prospects for a smaller name? Maybe a Brian Bannister if you will. I happen to choose this option.
However, the Phillies could get adventurous, go for the jugular, and get Halladay, but then if there's no parade down Broad Street, whose fault is it? The Phillies are in the driver seat for Halladay, for the Jays would prefer not to sell Halladay to the AL East, but when it's all said and done, I say the best option would be a Blanton-esque move. Either way, no matter if the Phillies choose to sell the farm, or if the Yankees or Red Sox blow the Jays away with an offer, one thing is guaranteed: He won't be going to D.C. Sorry, Nats fans.
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