Jim Thome

Good luck in Baltimore!!!

Hi everybody,

The Phils have traded Jim Thome to the Baltimore Orioles for minor league prospects Gabriel Lino (a catcher) and Kyle Simon (right-handed pitcher).  The trade will allow Thome to get a lot more playing time as the DH (Designated hitter) for the Orioles.

I am sad to see Thome go even though I understand why the trade was made.  I do wish Thome good luck in Baltimore and I will be rooting for him. He is truly a class act.

Thome's final stats as a Phillie this year are 9 Runs Scored, 15 RBIs, 5 Home Runs and 8 Walks.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 80: Phillies (36-43) at Marlins (36-40)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:         2
Miami Marlins:                     3

LP:   Cole Hamels (10-4)

Hunter Pence gets an RBI (48)
Shane Victorino gets an RBI (36)

Hunter Pence gets a Home Run (16)


Another day and another Phils loss! Sigh....

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 79: Phillies (36-42) at Marlins (35-40)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:         2
Miami Marlins:                     6

LP:   Cliff Lee (0-5)

Hunter Pence gets two RBIs (47)

Hunter Pence gets a Home Run (15)


Phils lose again!  Third loss in a row and Clff Lee is still winless.  At least I get to watch Chase play.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 78: Pirates (39-35) at Phillies (36-41)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Pittsburgh Pirates:              5
Philadelphia Phillies:          4

LP:   Kyle Kendrick (2-8)

Erik Kratz gets two RBIs (3)
Placido Polanco gets an RBI (18)
Hunter Pence gets an RBI (45)

Erik Kratz gets a Home Run (2)
Hunter Pence gets a Home Run (14)


From the 2nd through the 7th inning Kyle Kendrick pitched very well and kept the Pirates from scoring.  Unfortunately he gave up five runs in the 1st inning and that was enough for the Pirates to get a victory.  The Phils did manage to battle back and score four runs but were unable to tie the game.  The Phils are off to Miami for a weekend series and Chase Utley should be in the lineup tomorrow.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 77: Pirates (38-35) at Phillies (36-40)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Pittsburgh Pirates:            11
Philadelphia Phillies:          7

LP:   Raul Valdes (2-1)

Chase Utley gets an RBI (1)
Carlos Ruiz gets two RBIs (43)
Hunter Pence gets an RBI (44)
Shane Victorino gets an RBI (35)
Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (27)
Juan Pierre gets an RBI (16)

Chase Utley gets a Home Run (1)
Carlos Ruiz gets a Home Run (11)


Chase Utley returned to the lineup tonight and had a great game hitting 3 for 5 with a Home Run and an RBI.  Utley's Home Run came in his first at bat and it put the Phils up 1-0.  It was a great first night back for Chase and I am really happy to see my hero back in action.

Unfortunately the bullpen pitched terrible and lost the game 11-7.  The Phils were down 8-2 in the 6th inning before they started to make a comeback. They cut the lead to 8-7 in the top of the 8th inning before the Pirates added three more runs.  The Phils go for the series win tomorrow afternoon before heading to Miami for a weekend series against the Marlins.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (6-27-12)

Hi everybody,

It's the best "Photo of the Week" week ever!! (so far)  Chase is back in the lineup tonight!!  I am so happy!!!  To celebrate I'm going to share two pictures this week!  First up is a pic from last night when he played with the Phils' AAA club The Iron Pigs.  This must have been after he hit his home run.  I hope he hits one tonight!!

The second pic is another one of Chase smiling...this time with Charlie Manuel.

Okay, I've gotta go watch the game now!  Go Chase and go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 76: Pirates (38-34) at Phillies (35-40)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Pittsburgh Pirates:            4
Philadelphia Phillies:        5

WP:   Vance Worley (4-4)
SV:    Jonathan Papelbon (18)

Carlos Ruiz gets two RBIs (41)
Ty Wigginton gets two RBIs (17)
Placido Polanco gets a RBI (33)

Ty Wigginton gets a Home Run (8)
Carlos Ruiz gets a Home Run (10)


Another good win by the Phils.  Vance Worley pitched well to improve his record to 4-4 and Jonathan Papelbon got his 18th save of the season. Carlos Ruiz continues to be the MVP of the team with two RBIs and a Home Run. The Phils look to win their third straight game tomorrow night and hopefully my hero Chase Utley will be back in the lineup.  Go Phils!!!

I agree with you completely and I can't wait to see Chase in action!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 75: Pirates (38-33) at Phillies (34-40)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Pittsburgh Pirates:            3
Philadelphia Phillies:        8

WP:   Joe Blanton (7-6)

Jimmy Rollins gets two RBIs (26)
Hunter Pence gets an RBI (43)
Shane Victorino gets an RBI (34)
Placido Polanco gets an RBI (16)
Ty Wigginton gets an RBI (31)

Jimmy Rollins gets a Home Run (8)


Nice win for the Phils as they start this four game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.  Joe Blanton pitched well for his seventh win of the season and the offense came through with eight runs.  Even the bullpen did its job and allowed no runs in its two innings of work.  Vance Worley pitches tomorrow night as the Phils go for two in a row against the Pirates.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 74: Rays (39-32) at Phillies (34-39)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Tampa Bay Rays:               7
Philadelphia Phillies:        3

LP:   Cliff Lee (0-4)

Placido Polanco gets two RBIs (15)
John Mayberry Jr. gets an RBI (23)


The Phils lose the second game of the doubleheader.  I don't know what to say except another frustrating loss!  Cliff Lee is still winless.  I could say more but I'm too tired to write.  I'm going to bed!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 73: Rays (38-32) at Phillies (34-38)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Tampa Bay Rays:               3
Philadelphia Phillies:        2

LP:   Antonio Bastardo (2-2)

Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (24)
Ty Wigginton gets an RBI (30)

Jimmy Rollins gets a Home Run (7)


The Phils lose the first game of the doubleheader 3-2.  Cole Hamels pitched well for seven innings, leaving the game with a 1-0 lead.  The 1-0 lead was because of Jimmy Rollins solo Home Run in the six inning.  It was Rollins 3rd Home Run in as many games.  Antonio Bastardo entered the game in the 8th inning and proceeded to give up a three run Home Run.  The Phils managed to add another run in the bottom of the 8th but that was all.  The Phils try for the split in about twenty minutes with Cliff Lee on the mound.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 72: Rays (38-31) at Phillies (33-38)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Tampa Bay Rays:               6
Philadelphia Phillies:        7

WP:   Jonathan Papelbon (2-2)

Juan Pierre gets three RBIs (15)
Jimmy Rollins gets two RBIs (23)
Carlos Ruiz gets an RBI (39)
Jim Thome gets an RBI (15)

Jimmy Rollins gets a Home Run (6)
Juan Pierre gets a Home Run (1)
Jim Thome gets a Home Run (5)


What a walk-off win by the Phils!  After Jonathan Papelbon blows his first save of the season, Jim Thome hits a Home Run to win the game in the bottom of the 9th.  What an exciting way to end the game!  Juan Pierre also hit his first Home Run of the season with a three run blast in the 4th inning. Congrats also to Phillies skipper Charlie Manuel who won his 900th game as a Major League manager.  The Phils play a doubleheader tomorrow due to the last night's rain out with Cole Hamels pitching the early game and Cliff Lee pitching the late game.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 71: Rockies (25-42) at Phillies (33-37)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Colorado Rockies:            4
Philadelphia Phillies:        1

LP:   Vance Worley (3-4)

Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (21)

Jimmy Rollins gets a Home Run (5)


The offense failed to score more than one run and the Phils lose the final game of the series against the Colorado Rockies.  The one Phillies run was a lead-off Home Run in the 1st inning by Jimmy Rollins.  Vance Worley pitched well but still earned the loss.  He allowed two runs in seven innings of work.  The Tampa Bay Rays come to town for a weekend series.  Cliff Lee is on the mound as he tries to once again win his first game of the season. Let's hope he finally gets that elusive win tomorrow.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 70: Rockies (25-41) at Phillies (32-37)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Colorado Rockies:            6
Philadelphia Phillies:        7

WP:   Jonathan Papelbon (1-2)

Hunter Pence gets two RBIs (42)
Michael Martinez gets three RBIs (4)
Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (20)

Michael Martinez gets a Home Run (1)


What a comeback win by the Phils!  Down 6-5 in the bottom of the 9th...the Phils started the comeback with two outs.  Ty Wigginton got a single followed by a RBI double by Hunter Pence.  The Rockies then intentionally walked Carlos Ruiz.  Shane Victorino got an infield single to load the bases for Placido Polanco.  Polanco proceeded to win the game by reaching 1st base due to a fielding error by Rockies first baseman Todd Helton.  Helton did not have his foot on the bag so Polanco was declared safe after an infield hit. Polanco did not get an RBI due to the Helton error but the win is far more important.  The Phils go for the series sweep tomorrow with Vance Worley on the mound.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (6-20-12)

Hi everybody,

This week I have a great shot of Chase and Jen Utley from the Shane Victorino fashion show.

Jen Utley is one hot tamale!!!

Whoops!!  That's not Chase...that's the Phillie Phanatic!  He must be standing in for Chase while he is rehabbing in Clearwater.  The Phanatic sure is a swell guy.  As for Chase, I promised a picture and here it is:

That's one cool shot.  Let's hope that he will be back really soon.  I have a feeling it could be next week.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 69: Rockies (25-40) at Phillies (31-37)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Colorado Rockies:            2
Philadelphia Phillies:        7

WP:   Cole Hamels (10-3)

Carlos Ruiz gets three RBIs (38)
John Mayberry Jr. gets two RBIs (22)
Hunter Pence gets an RBI (40)
Placido Polanco gets an RBI (13)

Carlos Ruiz gets a Home Run (9)
John Mayberry Jr. gets a Home Run (6)


Great win by the Phils as they start this 10 game home stand.  Cole Hamels pitched eight innings and got his 10th win of the season.  Carlos Ruiz and John Mayberry Jr. both hit Home Runs.  Jimmy Rollins also got on base four times with two hits and two walks.  Joe Blanton is on the mound tomorrow night.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Happy Father's Day

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to wish all the Fathers out there a Happy Father's Day!  I hope you all had a great day!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 68: Phillies (31-36) at Blue Jays (33-32)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:         2
Toronto Blue Jays:             6

LP:   Kyle Kendrick (2-7)

Jim Thome gets an RBI (14)
John Mayberry Jr. gets an RBI (20)

Jim Thome gets a Home Run (4)
John Mayberry Jr. gets a Home Run (5)


I just want to congratulate Jim Thome for his 100th Home Run as a Phillie. As for my thoughts about the game......

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 67: Phillies (31-35) at Blue Jays (32-32)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:**

Philadelphia Phillies:         5
Toronto Blue Jays:             6

** Extra Innings (Game ended in the 10th)

LP:   Joe Savery (0-2)

Hunter Pence gets an RBI (39)
John Mayberry Jr. gets three RBIs (19)
Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (19)

John Mayberry Jr. gets a Home Run (4)


Phils lose again and blow a 5-2 lead in the 8th inning.  Fielding mistakes once again doom the Phils.  I cannot believe that Cliff Lee still hasn't won a game.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 66: Phillies (31-34) at Blue Jays (31-32)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of last night's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:         0
Toronto Blue Jays:             3

LP:   Vance Worley (3-3)


The Phils lose a stinker tonight.  Vance Worley did pitch well but still got the loss.  There isn't really much else to say.  At least the Nationals lost too!  Cliff Lee once again goes for his 1st win of the season later today.  Let's hope he finally gets it.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 65: Phillies (30-34) at Twins (25-36)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:         6
Minnesota Twins:              1

WP:   Joe Blanton (6-6)

Jim Thome gets three RBIs (13)
Ty Wigginton gets an RBI (29)
Carlos Ruiz gets an RBI (35)
Placido Polanco gets an RBI (12)

Ty Wigginton gets a Home Run (7)
Jim Thome gets a Home Run (3)


Great game by the Phils to win the series.  Joe Blanton pitched a complete game and looked very sharp.  Jim Thome hit his 3rd Home Run of the season and brought his RBI total to 13.  All of his Home Runs and RBIs have been obtained during the last six games and he is looking great at the plate. The Phils head to Toronto to play a weekend series against the Blue Jays. Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 64: Phillies (29-34) at Twins (25-35)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:         9
Minnesota Twins:              8

WP:   Cole Hamels (9-3)
SV:    Jonathan Papelbon (17)

Jim Thome gets four RBIs (10)
John Mayberry Jr. gets four RBIs (16)
Carlos Ruiz gets an RBI (34)

John Mayberry Jr gets a Home Run (3)
Jim Thome gets a Home Run (2)


The Phils ended their three game losing streak with a 9-8 win.  It wasn't the most impressive of wins but a win is a win.  Jim Thome continues to impress at the plate with a Home Run and four RBIs.  John Mayberry Jr. also had a Home Run and four RBIs.  Cole Hamels got his ninth win of the season even though he wasn't as sharp as he's been  in past starts.  Jonathan Papelbon also got his 17th save.  Papelbon is 17 for 17 in save attempts.  Joe Blanton pitches tomorrow for the series win. Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Mid-Week Update

Hi everybody,

I hope you all are having a good week.  I've been bummed about the Phillies so I decided to get some Popeyes Chicken to cheer me up.

This should be enough food for tonight!

This feast has lightened my mood and fortified me for tonight's game.  I wish that the Bacon Sundae from Burger King was out today instead of tomorrow. Not a big Burger King fan but that would hit the spot.

Bacon & Ice Cream....A Winning Combination!

Guess I will have to wait until the weekend!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (6-13-12)

Hi everybody,

I'm really happy that Chase has started his rehab assignment so I found a picture of him in his Clearwater Threshers uniform...socks and all!  Here's hoping he's back a lot sooner than twenty days!

No time to relax, Chase.  You gotta get back to the team!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 63: Phillies (29-33) at Twins (24-35)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:         7
Minnesota Twins:             11

LP:   Kyle Kendrick (2-6)

Jimmy Rollins gets two RBIs (18)
Jim Thome gets two RBIs (6)
Ty Wigginton gets an RBI (28)
Michael Martinez gets an RBI (1)
John Mayberry Jr. gets an RBI (12)


The Phils lose their third straight and have lost nine out of their last ten games.  They are now 9.5 games out of first place in the NL East and are fading fast.  At least Chase Utley played in a minor league game today and will be back with the club by July 3rd at the latest (barring any setback).  I am starting to fear that the Phils will be too far out of it by the time he gets back. I'm too bummed to write anymore so I'm off to bed.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 62: Phillies (29-32) at Orioles (33-26)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:**

Philadelphia Phillies:          4
Baltimore Orioles:               5

** Extra Innings (Game ended in the 10th)

LP:   Joe Savery (0-1)

Hunter Pence gets two RBIs (38)
Jim Thome gets an RBI (4)


I really don't know what else to say.  I keep expecting the Phils to turn it around.  I still think they can but they are running out of time.  Maybe their luck will change on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Twins.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 61: Phillies (29-31) at Orioles (32-26)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:**

Philadelphia Phillies:          4
Baltimore Orioles:               6

** Extra Innings (Game ended in the 12th)

LP:   B.J. Rosenberg (0-1)

Jim Thome gets two RBIs (3)
Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (16)
Hector Luna gets an RBI (10)

Jimmy Rollins gets a Home Run (4)
Hector Luna gets a Home Run (2)
Jim Thome gets a Home Run (1)


The Phils lose a tough one in extra innings.  The defense made too many costly errors and was a major cause of the defeat.  Jim Thome continued to hit well as the DH.  He got two RBIs and his first Home Run of the season. Cliff Lee will be on the mound tomorrow as the Phils try to win this series. Let's hope Lee will finally get his first win of the season.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 60: Phillies (28-31) at Orioles (32-25)

It feels good to use this pic again

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of last night's game:

Philadelphia Phillies:          9
Baltimore Orioles:              6

WP:   Joe Blanton (5-6)
SV:    Jonathan Papelbon (16)

Shane Victorino gets five RBIs (33)
Mike Fontenot gets two RBIs (5)
Carlos Ruiz gets an RBI (33)
Jim Thome gets an RBI (1)

Shane Victorino gets a Home Run (8)
Mike Fontenot gets a Home Run (1)


The Phils finally stop the losing streak at six games with a 9-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles.  It is the first of nine Interleague games on the road so the Phils are using a DH (Designated Hitter) to hit instead of the pitcher. Jim Thome was used as the DH and he didn't dissapoint with three hits and an RBI.  Shane Victorino had three hits (one was his 8th Home Run of the season) and drove in five runs.  Mike Fontenot also hit his first Home Run of the year.  Joe Blanton pitched better than he has during his last four starts but still didn't look great.  The Phils play again this afternoon with Vance Worley on the mound.  Let's hope the offense continues to hit and score.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 59: Dodgers (36-21) at Phillies (28-30)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Los Angeles Dodgers:          8
Philadelphia Phillies:            3

LP:   Cole Hamels (8-3)

Hunter Pence gets an RBI (36)
Ty Wigginton gets an RBI (27)
Mike Fontenot gets an RBI (3)

Watch Me!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 58: Dodgers (35-21) at Phillies (28-29)

I'm tired of losing

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Los Angeles Dodgers:          6
Philadelphia Phillies:            5

LP:   Kyle Kendrick (2-5)

Shane Victorino gets an RBI (28)
Ty Wigginton gets two RBIs (26)
Jimmy Rollins gets two RBIs (15)

Shane Victorino gets a Home Run (7)
Ty Wigginton gets a Home Run (6)
Jimmy Rollins gets a Home Run (3)


The Phils lose yet again.  That's five losses in a row  I am too frustrated to talk about it.  I'm going to bed.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Chase Utley Photo of the Week (6-6-12)

Hi everybody,

I'm so excited that Chase is finally down in Clearwater that I decided I had to use a picture from Spring Training earlier this year.  I can't wait to see him back with the team!  Go Chase!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 57: Dodgers (34-21) at Phillies (28-28)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Los Angeles Dodgers:          2
Philadelphia Phillies:            1

LP:   Cliff Lee (0-3)

Hunter Pence gets an RBI (35)


The Phils waste yet another great pitching performance by Cliff Lee and lose their fourth straight.  Lee has still not won a game this season and the Phils continue to provide little offense when he pitches.  The Phils home record this year is terrible.  Let's hope they can hit and score for Kyle Kendrick tomorrow night.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 56: Dodgers (33-21) at Phillies (28-27)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of tonight's game:

Los Angeles Dodgers:          4
Philadelphia Phillies:            3

LP:   Jonathan Papelbon (0-2)

Placido Polanco gets two RBIs (11)
Freddy Galvis gets an RBI (24)

Placido Polanco gets a Home Run (2)


The Phils lose their third straight and fall back to .500 with a 28-28 record. Everytime the Phils look like they are going to make some noise in the NL East...they stumble.  I wish I could comment more but I am bummed out.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Weekend Update

Hi everybody,

Hope you all had a fun weekend.  With the exception of the Phils losing two straight, my weekend was pretty good.  I really enjoyed National Doughnut Day on Friday.  I kinda feel bad that I ended up not sharing the Krispy Kreme doughnuts with my friends.  I did manage to get rid of the evidence though.

My friends  are none the wiser...as long as they don't read any doughnut posts! 

Speaking of the Phillies, my hero Chase Utley is down in Florida taking part in extended Spring Training.  He batted 3 for 4 with a Home Run and a double today as the designated hitter in a simulated game.  Hopefully he will soon play some actual minor league rehab starts and return to the Phils.  I know I can't wait.

I still haven't made a album of my trip to Gettysburg to share with everyone. Sorry about that.  Until then, here are a couple more pictures from my trip:

Virginia Memorial

Pennsylvania Memorial

I hope you all like the pictures.  I have plenty more pictures to share in the coming weeks.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 55: Marlins (30-23) at Phillies (28-26)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Miami Marlins:                     5
Philadelphia Phillies:         1

LP:   Joe Blanton (4-6)

Juan Pierre gets an RBI (12)


This game was a real stinker.  Joe Blanton gave up five runs and the Phils only got one run with an RBI by Juan Pierre.  Let's hope the Phils can get back on the winning track tomorrow evening against the Los Angeles Dodgers with the returning Vance Worley on the mound.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Ladies' Night at Little C.'s Club (6-2-12)

Hi everybody,

It's finally here.  I know I've said it before but I'm not sure I've made the right decision with this one. Oh well. From this point on in this post, I wash my hands of the whole "Ladies' Night" thing and turn it over to my friend.  If you would like to read the history of Ladies' Night, just click on the label at the bottom of the post.  Talk to you soon, L.C.:

Though I don't approve, it is my bar and I gotta work here!

Hi ladies.  This is L.C.'s friend Ann Onymous with the very exciting and, I'm sure, much anticipated Chase Utley Ladies' Night!  I'm enjoying a cocktail and listening to some music at Little C.'s as I compose this.  I know L.C. doesn't really like the idea of us looking at Chase for more than his baseball abilities, but I think we all appreciate those as well.  Unfortunately, it's been quite a while since we've seen his baseball skills (or his cute behind) in action!  


For the first Ladies' Night, I've got a picture that I think even L.C. would find tasteful.  It also happens to be very sexy!

Until next time,

Ann Onymous

Game 54: Marlins (29-23) at Phillies (28-25)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of today's game:

Miami Marlins:                     5
Philadelphia Phillies:         4

LP:   Cole Hamels (8-2)

Hunter Pence gets two RBIs (34)
Carlos Ruiz gets an RBI (32)
Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (13)

Hunter Pence gets a Home Run (13)


Tough loss by the Phils.  After being up 3-0 after three innings, they fell behind 5-3 and were unable to comeback.  Cole Hamels lost only his second game of the season.  Both of his losses are to the Marlins.  Hunter Pence did hit his 13th Home Run of the year.  The Phils try to win the series tomorrow afternoon with Joe Blanton on the mound.  Blanton has struggled in his last few starts so hopefully he will right the ship tomorrow.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Game 53: Marlins (29-22) at Phillies (27-25)

Hi everybody,

Here is the score of last night's game:

Miami Marlins:                    4
Philadelphia Phillies:         6

WP:   Kyle Kendrick (2-4)
SV:    Jonathan Papelbon (15)

Hunter Pence gets two RBIs (32)
Hector Luna gets three RBIs (9)
Jimmy Rollins gets an RBI (12)

Hunter Pence gets a Home Run (12)


I really want to apologize about the extremely late update.  I guess I did a little too much National Doughnut Day celebrating.  This was a great win by the Phils to start out this three game series against the Marlins.  Kyle Kendrick pitched well once again and Jonathan Papelbon got his 15th save.  It was a five out save and was very impressive.  The Phils as a whole hit really well. Hunter Pence smashed his 12th Home Run and got three hits.  Placido Polanco and Carlos Ruiz also got three hits each.  Hector Luna looked sharp at the plate with three RBIs.  The Phils continue the series this afternoon with Cole Hamels pitching.  Go Phils!!!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

National Doughnut Day

Hi everybody,

Happy National Doughnut Day everybody!  To celebrate this great day, I bought a dozen Krispy Kreme doughnuts for me and my friends.  I was going to share them during the Phillies game tonight....but I got hungry!

I really did plan to share but those Krispy Kreme doughnuts drive me crazy! Oh well...what are you gonna do?  I'd better hide the evidence before they get here!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Ladies' Night Is Tomorrow Night

Hi everybody,

I'm still not sure I approve of it but Ladies' Night will arrive tomorrow night and there is no stopping it.  Here are the previous links so you can learn the history of Ladies' Night:

http://littlechase.blogspot.com/2012/05/ladies-night-is-coming-this-saturday.html

http://littlechase.blogspot.com/2012/02/announcement.html

http://littlechase.blogspot.com/2012/05/its-coming-very-soon.html

Ladies, are you ready?

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase