Jonathan Papelbon Traded to the Washington Nationals

Hi everybody,

Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon was traded to the Washington Nationals last night for Double A right-handed pitcher Nick Pivetta.  The Phils also agreed to pay the remainder of Papelbon's 2015 salary of around $4.5 million.

Papelbon ends his Phillies career as the All-Time Saves Leader with 123 saves.  He also had a 14-11 win-loss record with a 2.31 ERA in 234 appearances.  Paps also made the National League All-Star team in 2012 and 2015.

I wish Papelbon the best of luck with the Nationals.

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Congrats To Jonathan Papelbon For Becoming The Phillies All-Time Saves Leader

Hi everybody,

I just wanted to congratulate Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon for making history down at the ballpark.  Papelbon became the Phillies All-Time Saves Leader last night by earning his record breaking 113th save with the Phils 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Papelbon is one of only two players in MLB history to lead two teams in saves as Paps is also the saves leader with the Boston Red Sox (219).  The other player who reached that achievement is Robb Nen with the Miami Marlins (108) and San Francisco Giants (206).

Congrats again to Jonathan Papelbon for his history making achievement!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase

Jonathan Papelbon Gets 100th Save As Phillie

Hi everybody,

Phillies closer Jonathan Papelbon recodred his 100th save as Philllie during last night's (August 26th) game against the Washington Nationals.  He is the fifth player in Phillies history to reach this milestone.

Papelbon and Brad Lidge are now tied at number four for most saves in Phillies history. The top spot on the list belongs to Jose Mesa (112).  Congrats, Paps!

Talk to you soon,
Little Chase