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luckymann · 09-03-2020, 08:35 PM

LAST YEAR: 69-71 19 GB, 5th / .315 / 4.12
BNN PREDICTION: 68-72 12 GB, 6th / .261 / 3.19
FARM SYSTEM: 13th
PAYROLL: 10th, $22,179
HIGHEST PAID PLAYER: 1B Pete Runnels, $1,850
CASH BALANCE: $156,276

Given the proliferation of name-changes in the offseason, perhaps the Phillies should have considered one of their own. To the Punxsutawney Phils, perhaps. At least it would satisfy the various Truth in Advertising regulations with which corporations must comply. Because they seem to be stuck in their own version of Groundhog Day.

It’s not that they weren’t active in the offseason. To the contrary, they were one of the busiest clubs in this respect. It’s just that the players involved make their transactions log about as interesting reading as the autobiography of Boston Rob from Survivor (the TV show, not the band...).

Again, they do have a solid core in their playing group. 3B Eddie Joost is a fantastic player, as is C Bill Crowley. Offseason recruits outfielders Bill Buckner and Buddy Bradford and SS Ivan de Jesus should provide decent run production. The rotation, led by absolute gun Tommy Hanson, is well above average and will be greatly improved by the return of Warren Hacker at some stage in the season. And they have the best closer in the game in Hom Iburg.

But they needed to be more dynamic than they were, with the likely result being they finish with a similar record to last season’s 69-71. And that, my friends, is unlikely to move them up into contention. And their 13th-ranked farm system doesn’t seem likely to help.

If the rules of this League suddenly change so that the teams that finish mid-standings make it to the playoffs, then rejoice Philly Fanatics! Because this may prove a veritable Golden Age for your ball club. If, on the other hand, the status quo holds, don’t be afraid to book that long-planned October trip to Cabo nice and early to avoid those nasty peak rates.

PLAYERS TO WATCH: 3B Eddie Joost, P Tommy Hanson, C Bill Crowley

Opening Day squad.

09-03-2020, 08:35 PM	#197
luckymann Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2019 Posts: 13,396	1903 Philadelphia Phillies LAST YEAR: 69-71 19 GB, 5th / .315 / 4.12 BNN PREDICTION: 68-72 12 GB, 6th / .261 / 3.19 FARM SYSTEM: 13th PAYROLL: 10th, $22,179 HIGHEST PAID PLAYER: 1B Pete Runnels, $1,850 CASH BALANCE: $156,276 Given the proliferation of name-changes in the offseason, perhaps the Phillies should have considered one of their own. To the Punxsutawney Phils, perhaps. At least it would satisfy the various Truth in Advertising regulations with which corporations must comply. Because they seem to be stuck in their own version of Groundhog Day. It’s not that they weren’t active in the offseason. To the contrary, they were one of the busiest clubs in this respect. It’s just that the players involved make their transactions log about as interesting reading as the autobiography of Boston Rob from Survivor (the TV show, not the band...). Again, they do have a solid core in their playing group. 3B Eddie Joost is a fantastic player, as is C Bill Crowley. Offseason recruits outfielders Bill Buckner and Buddy Bradford and SS Ivan de Jesus should provide decent run production. The rotation, led by absolute gun Tommy Hanson, is well above average and will be greatly improved by the return of Warren Hacker at some stage in the season. And they have the best closer in the game in Hom Iburg. But they needed to be more dynamic than they were, with the likely result being they finish with a similar record to last season’s 69-71. And that, my friends, is unlikely to move them up into contention. And their 13th-ranked farm system doesn’t seem likely to help. If the rules of this League suddenly change so that the teams that finish mid-standings make it to the playoffs, then rejoice Philly Fanatics! Because this may prove a veritable Golden Age for your ball club. If, on the other hand, the status quo holds, don’t be afraid to book that long-planned October trip to Cabo nice and early to avoid those nasty peak rates. *PLAYERS TO WATCH: 3B Eddie Joost, P Tommy Hanson, C Bill Crowley* Opening Day squad. Attached Images Last edited by luckymann; 09-06-2020 at 02:09 AM.