Showing posts with label 2019 Season. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2019 Season. Show all posts

Friday, September 27, 2019

Series Preview - Marlins at Phillies: September 27th to September 29th

2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #20
2012 Topps Archives #51
Friday 7:05, Saturday 6:05 and Sunday 3:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Marlins 56-103, 5th place in the N.L. East, 41 games behind the Braves
Phillies 79-80, 4th place in the N.L. East, 18 games behind the Braves

Marlins Probables:  Vince Velasquez (7-8, 4.76), Zach Eflin (9-13, 4.16), TBA
Phillies Probables:  Pablo Lopez (5-8, 4.96), Caleb Smith (10-10, 4.31), Sandy Alcantara (5-14, 3.95)

At the Ballpark:  Sunday is Fan Appreciation Day with all fans receiving a 2020 schedule Fathead and a few months of rest.

Marlins Leaders
Average:  Miguel Rojas - .279
Runs:  Starlin Castro - 66
Home Runs:  Starlin Castro - 21
RBIs:  Starlin Castro - 83
Stolen Bases:  Jon Berti - 16

Wins:  Caleb Smith - 10
ERA:  Sandy Alcantara - 3.95
Strikeouts:  Caleb Smith - 167
Saves:  Sergio Romo - 17

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .280
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 96
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 34
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 109
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 15

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.87
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 229
Saves:  Hector Neris - 28

Monday, September 23, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Nationals: September 23rd to September 26th

2019 Chachi 1971 Topps Missing Links #5
1971 Topps #94
Monday 7:05, Tuesday 1:05 and 7:05, Wednesday 7:05 and Thursday 4:05
Nationals Park - Washington, DC

Phillies 79-75, 4th place in the N.L. East, 15 1/2 games behind the Braves
Nationals 85-69, 2nd place in the N.L. East, 9 1/2 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables:  Zach Eflin (9-12, 4.00), TBA, Aaron Nola (12-6, 3.75), Drew Smyly (3-2, 4.63), Jason Vargas (1-3, 5.12)
Nationals Probables:  Patrick Corbin (13-7, 3.10), TBA, Max Scherzer (10-7, 2.81), Anibal Sanchez (10-8, 3.91), Stephen Strasburg (17-6, 3.37)

At the Ballpark:  The Nationals have a bunch of special themed tickets available for this series, but no general give-aways.  The double header on Tuesday is a result of the game rained out back on June 18th.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .282
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 93
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 33
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 108
Stolen Bases:  Bryce Harper - 14

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.75
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 220
Saves:  Hector Neris - 28

Nationals Leaders
Average:  Anthony Rendon - .325
Runs:  Anthony Rendon - 114
Home Runs:  Anthony Rendon and Juan Soto - 34
RBIs:  Anthony Rendon - 120
Stolen Bases:  Trea Turner - 34

Wins:  Stephen Strasburg - 17
ERA:  Max Scherzer - 2.81
Strikeouts:  Stephen Strasburg - 241
Saves:  Sean Doolittle - 28

Friday, September 20, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Indians: September 20th to September 22nd

2019 Chachi 1971 Topps Missing Links #4
1971 Topps #397
Friday and Saturday 7:10, Sunday 6:37
Progressive Field - Cleveland, OH

Phillies 78-73, 4th place in the N.L. East, 14 1/2 games behind the Braves
Indians 90-63, 2nd place in the A.L. Central, 4 games behind the Twins

Phillies Probables:  Drew Smyly (3-1, 4.14), Jason Vargas (0-3, 5.48), Vince Velasquez (7-7, 4.89)
Indians Probables:  Shane Bieber (14-7, 3.26), Zach Plesac (8-6, 3.64), Adam Plutko (7-4, 4.34)

At the Ballpark:  Saturday is Fan Appreciation Night at the field formerly known as Jacobs and all fans will receive a 2020 Indians schedule poster.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .285
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 92
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 32
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 104
Stolen Bases:  Bryce Harper - 14

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.75
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 220
Saves:  Hector Neris - 28

Indians Leaders
Average:  Francisco Lindor - .292
Runs:  Carlos Santana - 106
Home Runs:  Carlos Santana - 34
RBIs:  Carlos Santana - 91
Stolen Bases:  Jose Ramirez - 24

Wins:  Shane Bieber - 14
ERA:  Shane Bieber - 3.26
Strikeouts:  Shane Bieber - 245
Saves:  Brad Hand - 34

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Braves: September 17th to September 19th

2019 Chachi 1971 Topps Missing Links #17
1971 Topps #306
Tuesday and Wednesday 7:20, Thursday 12:10
SunTrust Park - Atlanta, GA

Phillies 76-72, Tied for 3rd place in the N.L. East, 15 1/2 games behind the Braves
Braves 93-58, 1st place in the N.L. East, 10 games ahead of the Nationals

Phillies Probables:  Vince Velasquez (6-7, 4.95), Zach Eflin (8-12, 4.20), Aaron Nola (12-5, 3.62)
Braves Probables:  Dallas Keuchel (8-5, 3.35), Julio Teheran (10-9, 3.50), Mike Soroka (12-4, 2.57)

At the Ballpark:  The first 15,000 fans tonight will receive a Hank Aaron bobble head and there's also a cool Dale Murphy t-shirt available with the purchase of a t-shirt ticket package.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .284
Runs:  Bryce Harper and J.T. Realmuto - 89
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 31
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 102
Stolen Bases:  Bryce Harper - 13

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.62
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 216
Saves:  Hector Neris - 26

Braves Leaders
Average:  Freddie Freeman - .300
Runs:  Ronald Acuna, Jr. - 121
Home Runs:  Ronald Acuna, Jr. - 39
RBIs:  Freddie Freeman - 117
Stolen Bases:  Ronald Acuna, Jr. - 36

Wins:  Max Fried - 16
ERA:  Mike Soroka - 2.57
Strikeouts:  Max Fried - 166
Saves:  Luke Jackson - 18

Saturday, September 14, 2019

Series Preview - Red Sox at Phillies: September 14th to September 15th

1971 Topps #649
1971 Topps #92
Saturday 7:05 and Sunday 1:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

I haven't researched this, but I can't remember the last time the Phillies started a series on a Saturday after a Friday off day.  It has to be at least 15 years or more.

Red Sox 77-70, 3rd place in the A.L. East, 19 games behind the Yankees
Phillies 76-70, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 14 1/2 games behind the Braves

Red Sox Probables:  Eduardo Rodriguez (17-6, 3.73), Rick Porcello (12-12, 5.83)
Phillies Probables:  Aaron Nola (12-5, 3.70), Jason Vargas (0-2, 5.01)

At the Ballpark:  It's Childhood Cancer Awareness night at the ballpark tonight.  Tomorrow, all kids will receive the annual Phillies W.B. Mason collectible truck.

Red Sox Leaders
Average:  Rafael Devers - .314
Runs:  Mookie Betts - 131
Home Runs:  J.D. Martinez - 35
RBIs:  Rafael Devers - 107
Stolen Bases:  Mookie Betts - 15

Wins:  Eduardo Rodriguez - 17
ERA:  Eduardo Rodriguez - 3.73
Strikeouts:  Chris Sale - 218
Saves:  Brandon Workman - 12

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .284
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 89
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 31
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 102
Stolen Bases:  Bryce Harper - 13

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.70
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 207
Saves:  Hector Neris - 26

Monday, September 9, 2019

Series Preview - Braves at Phillies: September 9th to September 12th

1971 Topps #668
1971 Topps #166
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 7:05, Thursday 7:15
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Braves 89-55, 1st place in the N.L. East, 9 games ahead of the Nationals
Phillies 74-68, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 14 games behind the Braves

Braves Probables:  Mike Foltynewicz (5-5, 5.28), Max Fried (16-4, 3.86), Dallas Keuchel (7-5, 3.47), Julio Teheran (10-8, 3.31)
Phillies Probables:  Aaron Nola (12-4, 3.63), Jason Vargas (0-2, 4.93), Zach Eflin (8-11, 4.31), Drew Smyly (3-1, 3.93)

At the Ballpark:  Theme nights galore for this series with Phillies Band Night, Mystery Bobblehead Night, First Responders Night and German Heritage Celebration all happening, and in that order.

Braves Leaders
Average:  Freddie Freeman - .299
Runs:  Ronald Acuna, Jr. - 113
Home Runs:  Freddie Freeman - 38
RBIs:  Freddie Freeman - 115
Stolen Bases:  Ronald Acuna, Jr. - 34

Wins:  Max Fried - 16
ERA:  Mike Soroka - 2.67
Strikeouts:  Max Fried - 159
Saves:  Luke Jackson - 18

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .288
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 87
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 30
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 101
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 12

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.63
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 200
Saves:  Hector Neris - 24

Friday, September 6, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Mets: September 6th to September 8th

1971 Topps #705
1971 Topps #335
Friday and Saturday 7:10, Sunday 1:10
Citi Field - Queens, NY

Phillies 72-67, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 13 games behind the Braves
Mets 71-68, 4th place in the N.L. East, 15 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables:  Zach Eflin (8-11, 4.33), Drew Smyly (2-1, 4.57), Vince Velasquez (6-7, 4.80)
Mets Probables:  Steven Matz (9-8, 4.04), Marcus Stroman (1-1, 4.55), Noah Syndergaard (10-7, 3.97)

At the Ballpark:  Tonight is Free Shirt Friday at the ballpark with all fans receiving a Mets t-shirt.  On Saturday, the first 15,000 fans will receive a pair of Mets mittens and kids will receive a Mets W.B. Mason truck on Sunday afternoon.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .283
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 86
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 30
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 100
Stolen Bases:  Bryce Harper and Scott Kingery - 11

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.63
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 200
Saves:  Hector Neris - 23

Mets Leaders
Average:  Jeff McNeil - .324
Runs:  Pete Alonso - 86
Home Runs:  Pete Alonso - 45
RBIs:  Pete Alonso - 105
Stolen Bases:  Amed Rosario - 16

Wins:  Noah Syndergaard and Zack Wheeler - 10
ERA:  Jacob deGrom - 2.76
Strikeouts:  Jacob deGrom - 220
Saves:  Edwin Diaz - 25

Monday, September 2, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Reds: September 2nd to September 5th

1971 Topps #366
1971 Topps #190
Monday 2:10, Tuesday and Wednesday 6:40 and Thursday 12:35
Great American Ball Park - Cincinnati, OH

Phillies 70-65, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 12 1/2 games behind the Braves
Reds 64-73, 4th place in the N.L. Central, 12 1/2 games behind the Cardinals

Phillies Probables:  Drew Smyly (1-1, 4.97), Vince Velasquez (6-7, 4.86), Aaron Nola (12-4, 3.45), Jason Vargas (0-2, 5.18)
Reds Probables:  Anthony DeSclafani (9-7, 4.05), Alex Wood (1-3, 5.80), Trevor Bauer (1-4, 8.40), Sonny Gray (10-6, 2.80)

At the Ballpark:  There's a postgame Faith Concert following Monday afternoon's game featuring Jeremy Camp.  The Reds are hosting a Bark in the Park event on Tuesday night.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .287
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 85
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 29
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 97
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 10

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.45
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 194
Saves:  Hector Neris - 23

Reds Leaders
Average:  Jose Iglesias - .294
Runs:  Eugenio Suarez - 77
Home Runs:  Eugenio Suarez - 40
RBIs:  Eugenio Suarez - 87
Stolen Bases:  Yasiel Puig and Nick Senzel - 14

Wins:  Luis Castillo - 14
ERA:  Sonny Gray - 2.80
Strikeouts:  Luis Castillo - 198
Saves:  Raisel Iglesias - 28

Friday, August 30, 2019

Series Preview - Mets at Phillies: August 30th to September 1st

2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #18
2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #19
Friday 7:05, Saturday 4:05 and Sunday 7:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Mets 67-66, 4th place in the N.L. East, 13 games behind the Braves
Phillies 69-63, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 10 1/2 games behind the Braves

Mets Probables:  Zack Wheeler (9-7, 4.52), Steven Matz (8-8, 4.06), Marcus Stroman (1-1, 4.91)
Phillies Probables:  Aaron Nola (12-4, 3.53), Jason Vargas (0-1, 4.34), Zach Eflin (8-11, 4.50)

At the Ballpark:  Prior to the Sunday night baseball game, all kids will receive a Phillies back-to-school backpack.

Mets Leaders
Average:  Jeff McNeil - .330
Runs:  Pete Alonso - 79
Home Runs:  Pete Alonso - 42
RBIs:  Pete Alonso - 101
Stolen Bases:  Amed Rosario - 15

Wins:  Noah Syndergaard and Zack Wheeler - 9
ERA:  Jacob deGrom - 2.66
Strikeouts:  Jacob deGrom - 214
Saves:  Edwin Diaz - 25

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .286
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 82
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 28
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 94
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 10

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.53
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 187
Saves:  Hector Neris - 23

Monday, August 26, 2019

Series Preview - Pirates at Phillies: August 26th to August 28th

1971 Topps #212
2019 Chachi 1971 Topps Missing Links #6
Monday and Tuesday 7:05, Wednesday 6:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Pirates 55-75, 5th place in the N.L. Central, 16 1/2 games behind the Cardinals
Phillies 67-62, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 11 1/2 games behind the Braves

Pirates Probables:  Joe Musgrove (8-12, 4.74), Steven Brault (3-3, 3.98), Mitch Keller (1-2, 7.24)
Phillies Probables:  Jason Vargas (0-1, 3.91), Drew Smyly (1-1, 4.73), Vince Velasquez (5-7, 4.93)

At the Ballpark:  No giveaways are planned, but it would be great if the Phillies could go ahead and sweep the last place Pirates.

Pirates Leaders
Average:  Bryan Reynolds - .328
Runs:  Starling Marte - 87
Home Runs:  Josh Bell - 32
RBIs:  Josh Bell - 103
Stolen Bases:  Starling Marte - 24

Wins:  Joe Musgrove - 8
ERA:  Joe Musgrove - 4.74
Strikeouts:  Chris Archer - 143
Saves:  Felipe Vazquez - 23

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .287
Runs:  Bryce Harper and J.T. Realmuto - 77
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 27
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 92
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 10

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.53
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 187
Saves:  Hector Neris - 23

1971 Topps Missing Links:  Primarily a catcher, Pete Koegel appeared in 53 games for the Phillies in 1971 and 1972, hitting .173.  While he's in the 1971 Topps set on a high-number, multi-player Rookie Stars card (with Bobby Brooks and Scott Northey) that card features him with the Brewers.  Koegel came to the Phillies on April 22, 1971 in the deal that sent Johnny Briggs to Milwaukee.

Koegel's first Phillies card came in the 1972 Topps set, again on a multi-player Rookie Stars card, this time sharing space with Mike Anderson and Wayne Twitchell.  His only solo Phillies card can be found within the team-issued 1972 photo card set.

Friday, August 23, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Marlins: August 23rd to August 25th

2019 Chachi 1971 Topps Missing Links #13
2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #17
Friday 7:10, Saturday 6:10 and Sunday 1:10
Marlins Park - Miami, FL

Phillies 66-60, 4th place in the N.L. East, 9 1/2 games behind the Braves
Marlins 45-81, 5th place in the N.L. East, 30 1/2 games behind the Braves

Phillies Probables:  Vince Velasquez (5-7, 4.35), Zach Eflin (7-11, 4.57), Aaron Nola (12-3, 3.51)
Marlins Probables:  Hector Noesi (0-3, 9.39), Jordan Yamamoto (4-4, 4.31), Elieser Hernandez (2-5, 5.18)

At the Ballpark:  This is the third annual Players' Weekend and all teams will inexplicably be wearing either all white or all black monochrome uniforms, as decided by the home team for each series.  The Marlins opted to wear all white, meaning the Phillies will be wearing all black.  Players' weekend was an idea that was cool the first year, somewhat unneeded the second year and now ridiculous the third year.

On Saturday, the first 10,000 fans will receive a Billy the Marlin Belly Bobble and on Sunday the first 5,000 kids will receive a Marlins arm sleeve.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .284
Runs:  Bryce Harper - 77
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 27
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 92
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 10

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 12
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.51
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 180
Saves:  Hector Neris - 23

Marlins Leaders
Average:  Miguel Rojas - .289
Runs:  Brian Anderson - 56
Home Runs:  Brian Anderson - 20
RBIs:  Brian Anderson - 65
Stolen Bases:  Miguel Rojas - 6

Wins:  Caleb Smith - 8
ERA:  Sandy Alcantara - 4.15
Strikeouts:  Caleb Smith - 138
Saves:  Sergio Romo - 17

1971 Topps #728
1971 Topps Missing Links:  Technically, this doesn't meet my definition of a true Missing Links card as Wayne Redmond never played a game for the Phillies.  Signed by the Tigers as an amateur free agent prior to the 1965 season, he made his big league debut on September 7, 1965 and would appear in four games.  He wouldn't make it back to the Majors with the Tigers until 1969, appearing in five more games.  In went 0 for 7 with a walk and three strikeouts in the only action he'd see in parts of two seasons, four years apart.

On October 23, 1970, the Tigers sent Redmond to the Phillies as "part of a conditional deal," per Baseball Reference.  He'd go to spring training with the Phillies in 1971, appearing in the team photo that appeared in their 1971 Yearbook, but then on April 5th the Phillies returned him to the Tigers.  Topps most have been optimistic about his chances, as they included him on a multi-player 1971 Rookie Stars card along with Keith Lampard and Bernie Williams in their high series.  So while Redmond was never officially a Phillie, I still thought he deserved a standalone Phillies baseball card to mark his 5 1/2 months with the club.

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Red Sox: August 20th to August 21st

1971 Topps #352
1971 Topps #577
Tuesday and Wednesday 7:10
Fenway Park - Boston, MA

Phillies 64-60, Tied for 3rd place in the N.L. East, 9 games behind the Braves
Red Sox 67-59, 3rd place in the A.L. East, 16 games behind the Yankees

Phillies Probables:  Aaron Nola (11-3, 3.56), Drew Smyly (1-1, 4.71)
Red Sox Probables:  Brian Johnson (1-1, 6.45), Rick Porcello (11-9, 5.49)

At the Ballpark:  Tonight, all fans will receive a 2004 commemorative World Series ring.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .284
Runs:  Bryce Harper and J.T. Realmuto - 75
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 26
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 90
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 10

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 11
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.56
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 173
Saves:  Hector Neris - 21

Red Sox Leaders
Average:  Rafael Devers - .332
Runs:  Mookie Betts - 115
Home Runs:  J.D. Martinez - 28
RBIs:  Rafael Devers - 101
Stolen Bases:  Mookie Betts - 12

Wins:  Eduardo Rodriguez - 14
ERA:  Eduardo Rodriguez - 4.10
Strikeouts:  Chris Sale - 218
Saves:  Ryan Brasier and Brandon Workman - 7

Friday, August 16, 2019

Series Preview - Padres at Phillies: August 16th to August 18th

2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #16
2012 Topps Archives #88
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 7:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Padres 56-64, 4th place in the N.L. West, 23 1/2 games behind the Dodgers
Phillies 63-58, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 8 games behind the Braves

Padres Probables:  Chris Paddack (7-5, 3.26), Dinelson Lamet (1-2, 3.86), Joey Lucchesi (7-7, 4.25)
Phillies Probables:  Vince Velasquez (4-7, 4.30), Zach Eflin (7-11, 4.49), Jason Vargas (0-1, 4.15)

At the Ballpark:  It's Marvel Night at the ballpark tonight and there's a special Spider-Man Phillies bobble head available with the purchase of a theme ticket.  On Sunday, all fans will receive an Aaron Nola bobblehead.

Padres Leaders
Average:  Fernando Tatis, Jr. - .317
Runs:  Manny Machado - 67
Home Runs:  Hunter Renfroe - 31
RBIs:  Eric Hosmer - 81
Stolen Bases:  Manuel Margot and Fernando Tatis, Jr. - 16

Wins:  Joey Lucchesi and Chris Paddack - 7
ERA:  Joey Lucchesi - 4.25
Strikeouts:  Joey Lucchesi - 125
Saves:  Kirby Yates - 33

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .283
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 73
Home Runs:  Bryce Harper - 25
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 87
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 10

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 11
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.56
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 173
Saves:  Hector Neris - 21

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Series Preview - Cubs at Phillies: August 13th to August 15th

1971 Topps #280
1971 Topps #297
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 7:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Cubs 64-54, 1st place in the N.L. Central, 2 games ahead of the Cardinals
Phillies 60-58, 4th place in the N.L. East, 9 games behind the Braves

Cubs Probables:  Jose Quintana (10-7, 4.23), Cole Hamels (6-3, 3.09), Yu Darvish (4-6, 4.43)
Phillies Probables:  Jason Vargas (0-1, 4.76), Aaron Nola (10-3, 3.67), Drew Smyly (1-1, 3.80)

At the Ballpark:  On Thursday, all kids will receive a J.T. Realmuto retro Phillies t-shirt.

Cubs Leaders
Average:  Kris Bryant - .292
Runs:  Kris Bryant - 86
Home Runs:  Javier Baez - 28
RBIs:  Javier Baez - 80
Stolen Bases:  Javier Baez - 9

Wins:  Jose Quintana - 10
ERA:  Kyle Hendricks - 3.48
Strikeouts:  Yu Darvish - 158
Saves:  Pedro Strop - 10

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .283
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 70
Home Runs:  Rhys Hoskins - 24
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 80
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 10

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 10
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.67
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 166
Saves:  Hector Neris - 20

Thursday, August 8, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Giants: August 8th to August 11th

1971 Topps #554
1971 Topps #412
Thursday 9:45, Friday 10:15, Saturday 4:05 and Sunday 7:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Phillies Probables:  Aaron Nola (10-2, 3.60), Drew Smyly (1-1, 3.00), Vince Velasquez (4-6, 4.23), Jake Arrieta (8-8, 4.41)
Giants Probables:  Madison Bumgarner (6-7, 3.92), Tyler Beede (3-6, 5.38), Jeff Samardzija (8-9, 3.70), TBA

At the Ballpark:  The Giants are holding their second Marvel Night on Thursday and they'll celebrate National Baseball Card day on Friday with a pack of cards going to all fans.  On Saturday, the first 20,000 fans will receive a Giants Fog Globe, and I'll admit I'm not really sure what that is.  On Sunday, the 30th anniversary of the 1989 Giants team will be celebrated with a pre-game ceremony and the first 20,000 fans will receive a Battle of the Bay pin.

Monday, August 5, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Diamondbacks: August 5th to August 7th

2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #14
2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #15
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9:40
Chase Field - Phoenix, AZ

Phillies 58-53, Tied for 2nd place in the N.L. East, 7 games behind the Braves
Diamondbacks 56-56, Tied for 2nd place in the N.L. West, 17 games behind the Dodgers

Phillies Probables:  Vince Velasquez (3-6, 4.40), Jake Arrieta (8-8, 4.44), Jason Vargas (0-0, 2.84)
Diamondbacks Probables:  Merrill Kelly (7-11, 4.52), Mike Leake (0-0, 0.00), Zac Gallen (0-0, 0.00)

2018 Chachi Ballpark Visits #8
At the Ballpark:  There are no giveaways planned, but if you bump into Randy Johnson at Chase Field, please tell him that we say hello.  He seems even taller in person.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .284
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 66
Home Runs:  Rhys Hoskins - 24
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 73
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 9

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 10
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.60
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 163
Saves:  Hector Neris - 19

Diamondbacks Leaders
Average:  Ketel Marte - .319
Runs:  Ketel Marte - 75
Home Runs:  Eduardo Escobar and Ketel Marte - 24
RBIs:  Eduardo Escobar - 88
Stolen Bases:  Jarrod Dyson - 24

Wins:  Zack Greinke and Robbie Ray - 10
ERA:  Zack Greinke - 2.90
Strikeouts:  Robbie Ray - 178
Saves:  Greg Holland - 17

Friday, August 2, 2019

Series Preview - White Sox at Phillies: August 2nd to August 4th

1971 Topps #292
2019 Chachi 1971 Topps Missing Links #8
Friday and Saturday 7:05, Sunday 1:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

White Sox 46-60, 3rd place in the A.L. Central, 19 games behind the Twins
Phillies 57-51, Tied for 2nd place in the N.L. East, 7 games behind the Braves

White Sox Probables:  Ivan Nova (6-9, 5.23), Ross Detwiler (1-1, 6.35), Reynaldo Lopez (5-9, 5.43)
Phillies Probables:  Jason Vargas (6-5, 4.01), Aaron Nola (9-2, 3.72), Drew Smyly (1-0, 0.69)

At the Ballpark:  This is one of my favorite weekends all season at the ballpark, as the Phillies celebrate their annual Alumni Weekend.  On Saturday night, Bobby Abreu will be inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame, with all fans receiving an Abreu print.  On Sunday, there will be a pre-game 10th anniversary salute to the 2009 National League Champion team and all fans will receive a special photo card pack.  30 players and coaches from the 2009 team are scheduled to appear at the ceremony.

White Sox Leaders
Average:  Yoan Moncada - .301
Runs:  Leury Garcia - 66
Home Runs:  Jose Abreu - 22
RBIs:  Jose Abreu - 74
Stolen Bases:  Tim Anderson - 15

Wins:  Lucas Giolito - 11
ERA:  Lucas Giolito - 3.39
Strikeouts:  Lucas Giolito - 150
Saves:  Alex Colome - 21

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Jean Segura - .285
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 65
Home Runs:  Rhys Hoskins - 23
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 72
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery - 8

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 9
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.72
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 153
Saves:  Hector Neris - 19

Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Series Preview - Giants at Phillies: July 30th to August 1st

1971 Topps #181
1971 Topps #77
Tuesday and Wednesday 7:05, Thursday 1:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Giants 54-52, 2nd place in the N.L. West, 14 games behind the Dodgers
Phillies 55-50, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 6 games behind the Braves

Giants Probables:  Tyler Beede (3-4, 4.85), Jeff Samardzija (7-8, 3.95), Shaun Anderson (3-3, 5.06)
Phillies Probables:  Drew Smyly (0-0, 1.50), Vince Velasquez (3-5, 4.46), Jake Arrieta (8-8, 4.51)

At the Ballpark:  Wednesday is PEANUTS night, with fans purchasing a theme ticket set to receive a Phillies Linus bobblehead.  Thursday is another Throwback Thursday with the Phillies wearing their baby blue throwback uniforms.

Giants Leaders
Average:  Kevin Pillar - .245
Runs:  Brandon Belt - 55
Home Runs:  Evan Longoria and Pablo Sandoval - 13
RBIs:  Kevin Pillar - 54
Stolen Bases:  Kevin Pillar - 8

Wins:  Trevor Gott and Jeff Samardzija - 7
ERA:  Madison Bumgarner - 3.74
Strikeouts:  Madison Bumgarner - 140
Saves:  Will Smith - 26

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .281
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 61
Home Runs:  Rhys Hoskins - 22
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 72
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery and Jean Segura - 7

Wins:  Aaron Nola - 9
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.72
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 153
Saves:  Hector Neris - 18

Friday, July 26, 2019

Series Preview - Braves at Phillies: July 26th to July 28th

2019 Chachi Fan Favorites #13
2019 Chachi 1971 Topps Missing Links #9
Friday and Saturday 7:05, Sunday 1:05
Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Braves 60-43, 1st place in the N.L. East, 4 1/2 games ahead of the Nationals
Phillies 54-48, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 5 1/2 games behind the Braves

Braves Probables:  Mike Soroka (10-2, 2.46), Max Fried (10-4, 4.08), Kevin Gausman (3-5, 5.71)
Phillies Probables:  Jake Arrieta (8-7, 4.40), Zach Eflin (7-10, 4.25), Aaron Nola (8-2, 3.64)

At the Ballpark:  Christmas in July is the theme for Friday night's game.  On Saturday, players and coaches will stroll on the field for the annual pre-game photo night.  It's also 1970s Retro Night, and the Phillies will be wearing their infamous Saturday Special, all-burgundy uniforms worn only once back in 1979.  Finally on Sunday, all kids will receive a Bryce Harper replica jersey.

Braves Leaders
Average:  Freddie Freeman - .303
Runs:  Ronald Acuna, Jr. - 79
Home Runs:  Freddie Freeman - 25
RBIs:  Freddie Freeman - 79
Stolen Bases:  Ronald Acuna, Jr. - 22

Wins:  Max Fried and Mike Soroka - 10
ERA:  Julio Teheran - 3.42
Strikeouts:  Julio Teheran - 108
Saves:  Luke Jackson - 17

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .277
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 59
Home Runs:  Rhys Hoskins - 21
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 70
Stolen Bases:  Scott Kingery and Jean Segura - 7

Wins:  Jake Arrieta and Aaron Nola - 8
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.64
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 145
Saves:  Hector Neris - 18

Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Series Preview - Phillies at Tigers: July 23rd to July 24th

1971 Topps #138
1971 Topps #39
Tuesday 7:10 and Wednesday 1:10
Comerica Park - Detroit, MI

Phillies 52-48, 3rd place in the N.L. East, 7 1/2 games behind the Braves
Tigers 30-65, 5th place in the A.L. Central, 29 games behind the Twins

Phillies Probables:  Aaron Nola (8-2, 3.77), Vince Velasquez (2-5, 4.87)
Tigers Probables:  Matthew Boyd (6-8, 4.13), Jordan Zimmermann (0-7, 7.51)

At the Ballpark:  With the purchase of a special theme ticket, a pair of Tigers "Ugly Christmas socks" could be yours on Tuesday night.  If I'm not mistaken, this is the Phillies first trip to Detroit since May 2016 when the pitching probables were also Nola and Velasquez along with Jeremy Hellickson.

Phillies Leaders
Average:  Cesar Hernandez - .280
Runs:  J.T. Realmuto - 58
Home Runs:  Rhys Hoskins - 21
RBIs:  Bryce Harper - 70
Stolen Bases:  Jean Segura - 7

Wins:  Jake Arrieta and Aaron Nola - 8
ERA:  Aaron Nola - 3.77
Strikeouts:  Aaron Nola - 138
Saves:  Hector Neris - 18

Tigers Leaders
Average:  Nicholas Castellanos - .284
Runs:  Nicholas Castellanos - 56
Home Runs:  Brandon Dixon - 12
RBIs:  Brandon Dixon - 38
Stolen Bases:  Niko Goodrum - 11

Wins:  Matthew Boyd - 6
ERA:  Spencer Turnbull - 3.65
Strikeouts:  Matthew Boyd - 160
Saves:  Shane Greene - 22