http://www.newsvine.com/joe-blantonNewsvine - joe-blantonen-usCopyright 2013Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:19:44 +0000Sun, 19 May 2013 06:45:11 +0000http://www.newsvine.comhttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/08/17647697-angels-lose-8-1-get-swept-by-ashttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/08/17647697-angels-lose-8-1-get-swept-by-asmlbangelssportslos-angeles-angelsjered-weaverjoe-blantonMon, 8 Apr 2013 05:00:24 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>CORRECTS CONTEXT OF REACTION, PITCHER WAS NOT HIT - Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jered Weaver reacts after dodging a line drive and falling during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Sunday, April 7, 2013, in Arlington, Texas. Weaver left the game. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jered Weaver holds his arm and looks to the dugout after getting hit in the arm with a line drive during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Texas Rangers Sunday, April 7, 2013, in Arlington, Texas. Weaver left the game. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels second baseman Howard Kendrick (47) catches the pick off throw as Texas Rangers Ian Kinsler (5) slides in safe to second base advancing fron first on a passed ball during the second inning of a baseball game Sunday, April 7, 2013, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Texas Rangers' David Murphy (7) is congratulated by third base coach Gary Pettis (24) after hitting a home run during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Sunday, April 7, 2013, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Texas Rangers starting pitcher Yu Darvish, of Japan, throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Sunday, April 7, 2013, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Brandon Moss watches his two-run single against the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson throws to the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Derek Norris, right, celebrates with Yoenis Cespedes after both scored on a single by Brandon Moss during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Jarrod Parker throws to the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Peter Bourjos, bottom, is tagged out by Oakland Athletics catcher Derek Norris while trying to score on a hit by Josh Hamilton during the fourth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Coco Crisp celebrates his home run with Jed Lowrie during the second inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels center fielder Peter Bourjos, right, is greeted by owner Arte Moreno before a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jered Weaver walks to a news conference to talk to the media about his injured left elbow before a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jered Weaver talks to the media about his injured left elbow during a news conference before a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia watches batting practice before a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Anaheim, Calif. Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Coco Crisp steals second under the tag by Los Angeles Angels second baseman Brendan Harris (20) during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, April 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Brandon Moss, right, watches his two-RBI triple as Los Angeles Angels catcher Chris Iannetta looks on during the third inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, April 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Oakland Athletics starting pitcher Tommy Milone throws to the Los Angeles Angels during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, April 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Dane De La Rosa (65) kisses his wife Katie before a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, April 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws to the Oakland Athletics during the first inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, April 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols, left, scores past Oakland Athletics catcher John Jaso on a two-RBI single by Howard Kendrick during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Wednesday, April 10, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Oakland Athletics' Andy Parrino, right, scores past Los Angeles Angels catcher Chris Iannetta on a single by Jed Lowrie during the third inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Sean Burnett looks down as Oakland Athletics' Yoenis Cespedes rounds the bases after a home run during the seventh inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jason Vargas celebrates after a double play ended the top of the second inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, April 11, 2013. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/03/17591852-reds-hit-3-homers-for-5-4-win-over-angelshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/03/17591852-reds-hit-3-homers-for-5-4-win-over-angelsmlbangelssportsjoe-blantonluck-notThu, 4 Apr 2013 03:11:29 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Cincinnati Reds' Brandon Phillips hits a three-run home run off Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Mat Latos throws against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson throws against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Jay Bruce signs autographs on the red carpet before a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Josh Hamilton prepares to bat in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols (5) questions second base umpire Todd Tichenor over a call after Cincinnati Reds shortstop Zack Cozart (2) tagged Pujols out trying to steal second in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Todd Frazier (21) gets a hit off Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson to drive in a run in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton stands by the mound after giving up a 2-run home run to Cincinnati Reds' Chris Heisey, rounding the bases at left, during the fifth inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Josh Hamilton flips his bat after striking out against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels left fielder Mark Trumbo can't reach a double hit off the top of the wall by Cincinnati Reds' Todd Frazier in the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Todd Frazier hits a double off Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton during the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Shin-Soo Choo (17), of South Korea, rounds the bases past Los Angeles Angels third baseman Alberto Callaspo (6) after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia checks the lineup prior to an interleague baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Bronson Arroyo throws against the Los Angeles Angels duringn the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Josh Hamilton spins around after striking out against Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman for the last out of the baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. Cincinnati won 5-4. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/01/17558623-reds-hit-3-homers-for-5-4-win-over-angelshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/04/01/17558623-reds-hit-3-homers-for-5-4-win-over-angelsmlbangelssportsredslos-angeles-angelscincinnati-redsjoe-blantonbrandon-phillipsshin-soo-choochris-iannettajoey-vottoTue, 2 Apr 2013 01:01:48 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>The Cincinnati Reds and Los Angeles Angels are introduced at the start of a major league baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>The Cincinnati Reds hang their heads in a moment of silence for the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting during introductions before a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia (14) shakes hands with Cincinnati Reds manager Dusty Baker at the start of a major league baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Johnny Cueto throws against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jered Weaver throws against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning of a major league baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jered Weaver (36) reacts as home plate umpire Dale Scott signals Cincinnati Reds' Shin-Soo Choo was safe at home on a wild pitch in the third inning baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Keating)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds right fielder Shin-Soo Choo scores on a wild pitch by Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jered Weaver (36) in the third inning of an opening day baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/David Kohl)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels catcher Chris Iannetta (17) touches home after hitting a solo home run off Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Johnny Cueto in the third inning of a major league baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. Catcher Ryan Hanigan watches at left. (AP Photo/Michael Keating)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia questions a call at home plate with umpire Dale Scott (5) in the third inning of an opening day baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Keating)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels catcher Chris Iannetta hits a solo home run off Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Johnny Cueto in the third inning of an opening day baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/David Kohl)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds third baseman Todd Frazier fields a ground ball hit by Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols in the first inning of an opening day baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. Frazier threw Pujols out at first. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Chris Iannetta drives in two runs with a single off Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher J.J. Hoover in the 13th inning of an opening day baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. Los Angeles won 3-1. (AP Photo/David Kohl)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels catcher Chris Iannetta clinches his fist after Cincinnati Reds' Jay Bruce (32) struck out in the 13th inning to end their opening day baseball game, Monday, April 1, 2013, in Cincinnati. Iannetta drove in all three runs for the Angels as they won 3-1. (AP Photo/Michael Keating)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Brandon Phillips hits a three-run home run off Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Mat Latos throws against the Los Angeles Angels in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson throws against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Jay Bruce signs autographs on the red carpet before a baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Josh Hamilton prepares to bat in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels first baseman Albert Pujols (5) questions second base umpire Todd Tichenor over a call after Cincinnati Reds shortstop Zack Cozart (2) tagged Pujols out trying to steal second in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Todd Frazier (21) gets a hit off Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher C.J. Wilson to drive in a run in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, April 3, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton stands by the mound after giving up a 2-run home run to Cincinnati Reds' Chris Heisey, rounding the bases at left, during the fifth inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Josh Hamilton flips his bat after striking out against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels left fielder Mark Trumbo can't reach a double hit off the top of the wall by Cincinnati Reds' Todd Frazier in the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Todd Frazier hits a double off Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton during the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds' Shin-Soo Choo (17), of South Korea, rounds the bases past Los Angeles Angels third baseman Alberto Callaspo (6) after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia checks the lineup prior to an interleague baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Bronson Arroyo throws against the Los Angeles Angels duringn the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning of an interleague baseball game, Thursday, April 4, 2013, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Al Behrman)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/29/17510253-congers-pinch-hr-leads-angels-past-dodgers-2-1http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/29/17510253-congers-pinch-hr-leads-angels-past-dodgers-2-1mlbangelssportsdodgerslos-angeles-angelslos-angeles-dodgersjosh-hamiltonjoe-blantonluis-cruzjason-vargashank-congerhyun-jin-ryuFri, 29 Mar 2013 05:05:46 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin delivers in the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, March 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Joe Blanton delivers in the first inning of an exhibition spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, March 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers Justin Sellers (72), left and Elian Herrera celebrate a 3-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., on Thursday, March 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Matt Kemp is congratulated by Andre Ethier after scorin on a sacrifice fly by Ethier in the eighth inning of an exhibition baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., on Thursday, March 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols waits during batting practice before a spring training exhibition baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, March 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia watches batting practice before a spring training exhibition baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Anaheim, Calif., Thursday, March 28, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers A.J. Ellis, left, is congratulated by teammate Mark Ellis after hitting a grand slam during the first inning of their preseason baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Friday, March 29, 2013, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) </p><p>Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Jason Vargas throws to the plate during the first inning of their preseason baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Friday, March 29, 2013, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) </p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' A.J. Ellis watches his grand slam during the first inning of the Dodgers' exhibition baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels, Friday, March 29, 2013, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols argues with home plate umpire Mark Ripperger after striking out during the second inning of their preseason baseball game, Friday, March 29, 2013, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout hits a three-run home run during the fourth inning of their preseason baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Friday, March 29, 2013, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers catcher John Hester, left, watches as Los Angeles Angels' Hank Conger follow through for his walk off home run in the ninth inning of an exhibition baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., on Saturday, March 30, 2013. The Angels won 2-1. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p><p>Los Angeles Angels' Mike Trout is congratulated after hitting a ground-out which scored Chris Ianetta in the third inning of an exhibition baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Anaheim, Calif., on Saturday, March 30, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Nick Punto throws to first base for an out on Los Angeles Angels' Albert Pujols in the sixth inning of an exhibition baseball game in Anaheim, Calif., on Saturday, March 30, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starter Zack Greinke delivers a pitch in the first inning of an exhibition baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif., on Saturday, March 30, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p><p>Los Angeles Angels starterTommy Hanson delivers a pitch in the first inning of an exhibition baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Anaheim, Calif., on Saturday, March 30, 2013. (AP Photo/Christine Cotter) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/08/17240703-angels-blanton-pitches-2-innings-before-rainouthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/08/17240703-angels-blanton-pitches-2-innings-before-rainoutdiamondbacksmlbpadresangelssportslos-angeles-angelsarizona-diamondbacksccdjoe-blantonFri, 8 Mar 2013 23:23:15 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/03/17170514-blanton-allows-solo-homer-in-1st-angels-starthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2013/03/03/17170514-blanton-allows-solo-homer-in-1st-angels-startmlbangelssportscubslos-angeles-angelslos-angeles-angels'chicago-cubs'joe-blantonbrian-bogusevicSun, 3 Mar 2013 22:47:49 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/12/03/15652242-hamilton-greinke-remain-on-market-after-meetingshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/12/03/15652242-hamilton-greinke-remain-on-market-after-meetingsmlbsportstampa-baynew-york-yankeesboston-red-soxlos-angeles-angelsmeetingswashington-nationalsalex-rodriguezeric-chavezned-collettijason-baywinter-meetingsdan-harenjames-loneymarco-scutarojoe-blantonshane-victorinojeff-keppingersean-burnettmiami-marlinsMon, 3 Dec 2012 23:44:07 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>FILE - In this Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012 file photo, New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez throws out Detroit Tigers' Andy Dirks in the second inning during Game 1 of the American League championship series in New York. The New York Yankees said Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, Rodriguez will have surgery on his left hip and will miss the start of the season and possibly the entire first half. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)</p><p>New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman answers questions concerning third baseman Alex Rodriguez at the baseball winter meetings on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. Rodriguez will have surgery on his left hip and will miss the start of the season and possibly the entire first half, the Yankees said Monday. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>FILE - In this April 21, 2012, file photo, Texas Rangers' Mike Napoli hits a solo home run against the Detroit Tigers in the ninth inning of a baseball game in Detroit. A person familiar with the negotiations says Napoli and the Boston Red Sox agreed to a $39 million, three-year contract Monday, Dec. 3. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers manager and former Yankee Don Mattingly, center, signs autographs for fans at the baseball winter meetings on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>Joe Torre answers questions at the baseball winter meetings on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. Torre will be the manager of the United States team at the World Baseball Classic. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>Former major league player Bob Watson, right, talks about the selections made to the baseball Hall of Fame by the pre-integration era committee at the baseball winter meetings on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. Former New York Yankees owner Jacob Ruppert, longtime umpire Hank O'Day and barehanded catcher Deacon White have been elected to the baseball Hall of Fame by the committee. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>Cincinnati Reds manager Dusty Baker waves to a friend as he answers questions at the baseball winter meetings on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons answers questions at the baseball winter meetings on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>FILE - In this Sept. 27, 2012, file photo, Los Angeles Angels starter Dan Haren pitches to the Seattle Mariners in the second inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif. A person familiar with the talks tells The Associated Press on Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012, that the free agent pitcher and the Washington Nationals are close to completing a one-year deal for $13 million. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File)</p><p>Boston Red Sox manager John Farrell answers questions during a news conference at the baseball winter meetings on Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2012, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers' Shane Victorino follows through on a single against the Colorado Rockies in a baseball game at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. Victorino and the Boston Red Sox are close to completing a three-year deal worth $39 million, a person familiar with the talks told The Associated Press on Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012. The person, speaking at the baseball winter meetings under condition of anonymity because the contract wasn't finalized, said paperwork for the contract was being completed. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2012, file photo, San Francisco Giants' Marco Scutaro hits an RBI single during the 10th inning of Game 4 of baseball's World Series against the Detroit Tigers in Detroit. Two people with knowledge of the negotiations said Tuesday, Dec. 4, that Scutaro is weighing a two-year contract offer from the Giants that includes a vesting option. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Sept. 26, 2012, file photo, Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Yunel Escobar throws to first for the out during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Baltimore. Escobar's stay with the Miami Marlins lasted all of two weeks. The payroll-slashing Marlins dealt the shortstop and his $5 million salary across Florida to the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012, for minor league infielder Derek Dietrich. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)</p><p>Sports agent Scott Boras, center, talks with reporters at the baseball winter meetings on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>Agent Scott Boras, right, talks with reporters at the baseball winter meetings on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>Los Angeles Angels manager Mike Scioscia answers questions during a news conference at the baseball winter meetings on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2012, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws to the plate during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Angels added two more new arms to their retooled pitching staff on Wednesday, Dec. 5, by agreeing to a $15 million, two-year contract with Blanton and an $8 million, two-year deal with left-handed reliever Sean Burnett. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)</p><p>FILE - In this Aug. 9, 2012, file photo, Washington Nationals' Sean Burnett throws a pitch during a baseball game against the Houston Astros in Houston. The Los Angeles Angels added two more new arms to their retooled pitching staff on Wednesday, Dec. 5, by agreeing to an $8 million, two-year deal with Burnett and a $15 million, two-year contract with right-hander Joe Blanton. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan, File)</p><p>Roy Krasik, senior director of Major League Baseball operations, directs the Rule 5 draft at the baseball winter meetings on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>Detroit Tigers general manager David Dombrowski, center, talks with reporters following the Rule 5 draft at the baseball winter meetings on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p><p>New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman talks with reporters during the Rule 5 draft at the baseball winter meetings on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/29/14145710-kemps-2-hrs-push-dodgers-within-2-of-nl-wild-cardhttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/09/29/14145710-kemps-2-hrs-push-dodgers-within-2-of-nl-wild-cardmlbsportsdodgersrockieslos-angeles-dodgerscolorado-rockiesjoe-blantonshane-victorinomatt-kempclayton-kershawSat, 29 Sep 2012 04:59:10 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw throws to a Colorado Rockies batter during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Shane Victorino, rear, and Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Francis watch Victorino's three-run home run during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers third baseman Luis Cruz makes a diving stop on a ball hit by Colorado Rockies' Josh Rutledge during the fifth inning of a baseball game, Friday, Sept. 28, 2012, in Los Angeles. Rutledge was safe at first on the play. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) </p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Matt Kemp and Colorado Rockies catcher Wilin Rosario watch Kemp's solo home run during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) </p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws to the plate during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) </p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Tyler Chatwood grimaces after giving up a home run to Los Angeles Dodgers' Matt Kemp during the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/27/13515504-blanton-ellis-lead-dodgers-over-rockies-10-8http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/27/13515504-blanton-ellis-lead-dodgers-over-rockies-10-8mlbsportsdodgersrockieslos-angeleslos-angeles-dodgersjosh-beckettcolorado-rockiesjoe-blantonjeff-francistyler-chatwoodwilin-rosarioTue, 28 Aug 2012 03:54:10 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Los Angeles Dodgers starter Josh Beckett follows through on a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Denver on Monday, Aug. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Jeff Francis delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Denver on Monday, Aug. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Josh Beckett delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies in Denver, Monday, Aug. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starter Jeff Francis follows through on a pitch during the first inning baseball game against the Los Dodgers in Denver on Monday, Aug. 27, 2012. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp (27) slams into the wall chasing a Colorado Rockies' Josh Rutledge triple during the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in Denver. Kemp was injured on the play. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Matt Kemp, left, leaves the game with a member of the medical staff during the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)</p><p>Colorado Rockies' Wilin Rosario (20) rounds third before scoring on a single by Andrew Brown with Los Angeles Dodgers' Chris Capuano pitching during the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Joe Blanton (56) challenges Colorado Rockies' Josh Rutledge during the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Joe Blanton (56) challenges Colorado Rockies' Josh Rutledge during the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Drew Pomeranz challenges Los Angeles Dodgers' A.J. Ellis during the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)</p><p>Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Drew Pomeranz challenges Los Angeles Dodgers' A.J. Ellis during the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, in Denver. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/08/13175716-blanton-starts-strong-falters-in-dodgers-7-3-losshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/08/13175716-blanton-starts-strong-falters-in-dodgers-7-3-lossmlbsportsdodgersjoe-blantoncolorado-rockies'Wed, 8 Aug 2012 07:44:22 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Colorado Rockies Josh Rutledge hits a one run double to deep center in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)</p><p>Colorado Rockies' Alex White pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Aaron Harang pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)</p><p>Colorado Rockies Eric Young Jr. high fives teammates in the dugout after scoring on a double to deep center from shortstop Josh Rutledge in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers Andre Ethier reacts after popping out to third in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers runner Hanley Ramirez (13) is forced out at second by Miami Marlins shortstop Jose Reyes as he completes the third inning double play with James Loney out at first during a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starter Joe Blanton pitches to the Miami Marlins during the third inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p><p>Miami Marlins batter Carlos Lee and Los Angeles Dodgers catcher A.J. Ellis watch as Lee hits a two-run homer during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012. The Marlins won 7-3. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers Matt Kemp bats during the second inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012 against the Miami Marlins. He had three hits, two stolen bases and one RBI. The Marlins won 7-3. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' Javy Guerra watches game action against the Miami Marlins during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Miami, Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012. (AP Photo/J Pat Carter)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/03/13108089-phillies-trade-rhp-blanton-to-dodgershttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/08/03/13108089-phillies-trade-rhp-blanton-to-dodgersmlbphilliessportsdodgerstradeworld-serieslos-angelesphiladelphia-philliesjoe-blantonright-hander-joe-blantonFri, 3 Aug 2012 20:40:30 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws to an Atlanta Braves batter during the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/27/12998672-braves-complete-sweep-beat-halladay-phillies-6-2http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/27/12998672-braves-complete-sweep-beat-halladay-phillies-6-2mlbphilliesbravessportsatlanta-bravesphiladelphia-phillieschipper-jonesben-sheetsjoe-blantoncole-hamelsbrian-mccannmike-minorjason-heywardcraig-kimbrelSat, 28 Jul 2012 02:23:44 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Atlanta Braves' Brian McCann, second from right, celebrates his two-run homer with Paul Janish (4) as he and Jason Heyward approach the dugout during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Friday, July, 27, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels, center, wipes his face as first baseman Ryan Howard, left, looks on, after loading the bases against the Atlanta Braves during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, July, 27, 2012,in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis) </p><p>Atlanta Braves' Ben Sheets delivers a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning of a baseball game, Friday, July, 27, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis) </p><p>Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones connects to bounce a fly to center field over the wall for a ground rule double against the Philadelphia Phillies during the fifth inning of a baseball game, Friday, July, 27, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Cole Hamels delivers a pitch against the Atlanta Braves during the fifth inning of a baseball game, Friday, July, 27, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels, left, walks back to the mound as shortstop Jimmy Rollins approaches after the Atlanta Braves scored two runs to go ahead during the second inning of a baseball game, Friday, July, 27, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard (6) tags out Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones during the third inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Minor throws to the Philadelphia Phillies during the second inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley looks for the grounder by Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward but can't come up with it, as Braves' Michael Bourn scores during the third inning of a baseball game on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Mike Minor wipes his face as Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley rounds third base after his home run in the fourth inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws to an Atlanta Braves batter during the first inning of a baseball game Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Martin Prado (14) and Jason Heyward celebrate after scoring on Freddie Freeman's single during the seventh inning of their baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Sunday, July 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Atlanta Braves catcher David Ross, left, talks with pitcher Tim Hudson during the sixth inning of their baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Sunday, July 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Shane Victorino (8) scores past Atlanta Braves catcher David Ross on a single by Carlos Ruiz during the sixth inning of their baseball game, Sunday, July 29, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher Jacob Diekman reacts after giving up three runs to the Atlanta Braves during the seventh inning of their baseball game on Sunday, July 29, 2012, at Turner Field in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Tulis)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/17/12779995-kemps-hr-in-12th-helps-dodgers-beat-phils-5-3http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/07/17/12779995-kemps-hr-in-12th-helps-dodgers-beat-phils-5-3mlbphilliessportsdodgerslos-angeles-dodgersphiladelphia-philliesryan-howardjoe-blantonTue, 17 Jul 2012 05:18:09 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Ryan Howard points after hitting a home run against the Los Angeles Dodgers' during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Monday, July 16, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton delivers against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of a baseball game on Monday, July 16, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz, right, tags out Los Angeles Dodgers' Mark Ellis on the third base line during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Monday, July 16, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Roy Halladay sits in the dugout before the baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Monday, July 16, 2012, in Los Angeles. Halladay is expected to return from the disabled list to start against the Dodgers on Tuesday. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton delivers against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of a baseball game on Monday, July 16, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi throws against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning of a baseball game on Monday, July 16, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers manager Don Mattingly, right, argues talks with home plate umpire Bill Miller after Dodgers' Mark Ellis was tagged out on the third base line during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, July 16, 2012, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Danny Moloshok)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Roy Halladay delivers against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of their baseball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Ryan Howard, left, and Los Angeles Dodgers catcher A.J. Ellis peek over to see the umpire call Howard out trying to score during the sixth inning of their baseball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers' A.J. Ellis breaks his bat hitting into a double play against the Philadelphia Phillies during the second inning of their baseball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley throws the ball over Los Angeles Dodgers' Mark Ellis (14) for a double play during the third inning of their baseball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Carlos Ruiz is hit by a pitch during the eighth inning to load the bases against the Los Angeles Dodgers in their baseball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Placido Polanco (27) congratulates Phillies' John Mayberry Jr., right, for scoring against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the eighth inning of their baseball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, July 17, 2012. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Shane Victorino scores on a Carlos Ruiz single as Los Angeles Dodgers as catcher A.J. Ellis applies the late tag in the fourth inning of a baseball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, July 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)</p><p>Los Angeles Dodgers starter Clayton Kershaw pitches to the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, July 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence connects on a base hit that scored two runs against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 10th inning of a baseball game in Los Angeles, Wednesday, July 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/25/12406350-burnett-mcgehee-lead-pirates-over-philshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/25/12406350-burnett-mcgehee-lead-pirates-over-philsmlbphilliessportspiratesphiladelphia-philliespittsburgh-piratesty-wiggintoncarlos-ruizjimmy-rollinschase-utleyjoe-blantoncasey-mcgeheevance-worleyTue, 26 Jun 2012 02:03:39 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Joe Blanton throws a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, June 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Jeff Karstens throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, June 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley, left, greets Jimmy Rollins after he scored a run against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, June 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Jose Tabata, right, runs past Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins after hitting a solo home run in the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, June 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence (3) slides past Pittsburgh Pirates' Rod Barajas for a run in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, June 25, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Carlos Ruiz greets Ty Wiggington after he hit a two-run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, June 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Erik Bedard throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, June 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Jose Tabata grimaces in pain after getting hit with a pitch from Philadelphia Phillies' Vance Worley in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, June 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Vance Worley throws against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, June 26, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley hits a home run in front of Pitsburgh Pirates catcher Michael McKenry in the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, June 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley rounds third base on a home run and is greeted by third base coach Juan Samuel while Pittsburgh Pirates' Pedro Alvarez (24) watches in the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, June 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley is greeted by his team and fans after his home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first Inning inning of a baseball game Wednesday, June 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Andrew McCutchen takes off his gloves after striking out against Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Raul Valdez in the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, June 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' James McDonald throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, June 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley scores on his home run in the first inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday, June 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Pedro Alvarez signals to the crowd after he hit a solo home run in the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies during a baseball game Thursday, June 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Kendrick throws a pitch against the Pittsburgh Pirates during a baseball game Thursday, June 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' A.J. Burnett throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Placido Polanco, left, avoids colliding with Ty Wigginton who is catching Pittsburgh Pirates' Casey McGehee pop fly in the third inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/13/12211339-blanton-thome-lead-phillies-over-twins-6-1http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/06/13/12211339-blanton-thome-lead-phillies-over-twins-6-1mlbphilliessportstwinsminnesota-twinsphiladelphia-philliesjim-thomejoe-blantonThu, 14 Jun 2012 03:26:32 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer, right, watches as Philadelphia Phillies' Jim Thome (25), Carlos Ruiz (51) and John Mayberry Jr., left, celebrate Mayberry's three-run home run off Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Jeff Manship in the first inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jim Thome (25) gets a dugout welcome after his two-run home run off Minnesota Twins pitcher Anthony Swarzak in the fourth inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, in Minneapolis. Thome also had a two-run single off Twins pitcher P.J. Walters in the first inning. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence, right, beats the throw to Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer, left, to score on a single by Carlos Ruiz in the first inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Cole Hamels follows through with a pitch against the Minnesota Twins in the first inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Minnesota Twins pitcher P.J. Walters throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, June 13, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jim Thome swings on a three-run home run off Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Scott Diamond in the third inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 14, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Joe Blanton throws to the Minnesota Twins in the first inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 14, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jim Thome rounds the bases after his three-run home run off Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Scott Diamond in the third inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 14, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jim Thome, background, rounds the bases on his three-run home run off Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Scott Diamond, right, in the third inning of a baseball game Thursday, June 14, 2012, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/14/11705894-pences-homer-in-10th-lifts-phillies-over-astroshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/14/11705894-pences-homer-in-10th-lifts-phillies-over-astrosmlbphilliessportsastroshouston-astrosphiladelphia-philliesjoe-blantonplacido-polancohunter-penceTue, 15 May 2012 01:54:02 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Freddy Galvis bunts out to third against the Houston Astros in the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, May 14, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Houston Astros starting pitcher Lucas Harrell throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, May 14, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Houston Astros' Brian Bogusevic (19) throws his bat after striking out against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, May 14, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Houston Astros pitcher Brett Myers walks off the field after Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence hit a solo home run to win the game in the 10th inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 4-3. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cliff Lee throws against the Houston Astros in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>CORRECTS SPELLING OF LAST NAME TO LYLES, NOT LYLESL - Houston Astros starting pitcher Jordan Lyles throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Brian Schneider runs the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Houston Astros in the second inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/13/11688360-pences-homer-in-10th-lifts-phillies-over-astroshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/13/11688360-pences-homer-in-10th-lifts-phillies-over-astrosmlbsportsastrosphiladelphia-philliesbrett-myersjoe-blantonlucas-harrellhouston-wandy-rodriguezmanager-brad-millsSun, 13 May 2012 23:30:38 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Houston Astros starting pitcher Wandy Rodriguez throws against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first inning of a baseball game on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)</p><p>Houston Astros' Carlos Lee (45) tries to hold up on a pitch as Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Michael McKenry, left, catches it in the ninth in the inning of a baseball game on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in Pittsburgh. McKenry appealed the ball call to first base umpire Mike Estabrook who called it a swing by Lee, resulting in Lee striking out. The Pirates won 3-2 in 12 innings. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)</p><p>Houston Astros' Carlos Lee (45) scores on a single by Chris Johnson as Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher A.J. Burnett (34) covers home in the seventh inning of the baseball game on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in Pittsburgh. The Pirates won 3-2 in 12 innings. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)</p><p>Pittsburgh Pirates' Josh Harrison, center, is greeted by teammates Pedro Alvarez, top, and Neil Walker (18) after driving in Clint Barmes from second with the game-winning run against the Houston Astros in the 12th inning of a baseball game on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in Pittsburgh. The Pirates won 3-2. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Freddy Galvis bunts out to third against the Houston Astros in the third inning of a baseball game, Monday, May 14, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Houston Astros starting pitcher Lucas Harrell throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, May 14, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws against the Houston Astros in the seventh inning of a baseball game, Monday, May 14, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 5-1. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Houston Astros pitcher David Carpenter stands on the mound after Philadelphia Phillies' Placido Polanco hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning of a baseball game, Monday, May 14, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 5-1. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Houston Astros pitcher Brett Myers walks off the field after Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence hit a solo home run to win the game in the 10th inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 4-3. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cliff Lee throws against the Houston Astros in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>CORRECTS SPELLING OF LAST NAME TO LYLES, NOT LYLESL - Houston Astros starting pitcher Jordan Lyles throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Brian Schneider runs the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the Houston Astros in the second inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence (3) celebrates with Pete Mackanin after hitting a solo home run against the Houston Astros in the 10th inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Phillies won 4-3. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/01/11492900-blanton-phillies-shut-out-braves-4-0http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/05/01/11492900-blanton-phillies-shut-out-braves-4-0mlbphilliesbravessportsatlanta-bravesphiladelphia-phillieschipper-jonesnl-eastcarlos-ruizjoe-blantonshane-victorinochipper-jones'Wed, 2 May 2012 02:00:26 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Freddy Galvis, left bobbles a fly ball as teammate Ty Wigginton, right, looks on in the sixth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 1, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins, right, is tagged out while stealing second base by Atlanta Braves shortstop Tyler Pastornicky in the sixth inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 1, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Ty Wigginton, right, is fist-bumped by third base coach Juan Samuel after hitting a single to score two runs in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Tuesday, May 1, 2012, in Atlanta. Wigginton advanced to third on a fielding error by the Braves' Martin Prado. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels prepares to throw a pitch in the second inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Tuesday, May 1, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Brandon Beachy throws a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies Tuesday, May 1, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels throws a pitch in the first inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves Tuesday, May 1, 2012, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Carlos Ruiz (51) is greeted at the dugout by manager Charlie Manuel, right, and Jimmy Rollins after hitting a three-run home run in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies'r Carlos Ruiz (51) follows through with a three-run home run against the Atlanta Braves in the seventh inning of a baseball game in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Brian McCann (16) celebrates with Michael Bourn after hitting a grand slam in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Roy Halladay (34) wipes his face before being relieved in the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Jason Heyward (22) connects for a two-run base hit as Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz (51) watches in the sixth inning of a baseball game in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Roy Halladay (34) works against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning of a baseball game in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones follows through with a game-winning, two-run home run in the 10th inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Atlanta won 15-13. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones, right, celebrates with Martin Pardo and Eric Hinske (20) after hitting a game-winning, two-run home run in the 10th inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Atlanta won 15-13. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Atlanta Braves' Chipper Jones (10) celebrates with teammates after hitting a game-winning, two-run home run in the 10th inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Atlanta won 15-13. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Laynce Nix follows through with a three-run double in the third inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Braves catcher Brian McCann (16) watches at left. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)</p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Tommy Hanson (48) walks off the field after being relieved in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Atlanta, Wednesday, May 2, 2012. Hanson allowed four runs on eight hits. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton (56) works in the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Atlanta Braves in Atlanta, on Thursday, May 3, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Laynce Nix (19) follows through with a solo home run as Atlanta Braves catcher David Ross (8) looks on in the seventh inning of a baseball game in Atlanta, on Thursday, May 3, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>A spectator who ran onto the field during a baseball game between Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves is tackled by Turner Field Security officers in Atlanta, on Thursday, May 3, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Randall Delgado (40) works against the Philadelphia Phillies during the first inning of a baseball game in Atlanta, on Thursday, May 3, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Laynce Nix (19) is forced out at second base by Atlanta Braves shortstop Tyler Pastornicky (1) on a Pete Orr ground ball in the second inning of a baseball game in Atlanta, on Thursday, May 3, 2012. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton (56) embraces catcher Brian Schneider (23) after defeating the Atlanta Braves 4-0 in a baseball game in Atlanta, on Thursday, May 3, 2012. Blanton earned the victory allowing no runs on three hits in nine innings. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton (56) walks with catcher Brian Schneider (23) after defeating Atlanta Braves 4-0 in a baseball game in Atlanta, on Thursday, May 3, 2012. Blanton earned the victory allowing no runs on three hits in nine innings. (AP Photo/John Bazemore) </p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/04/27/11436690-polancos-2-run-double-leads-phillies-over-cubshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/04/27/11436690-polancos-2-run-double-leads-phillies-over-cubsmlbphilliessportscubsphiladelphia-phillieschicago-cubscarlos-ruizjoe-blantonplacido-polancopaul-maholmmatt-garzastarlin-castroSat, 28 Apr 2012 01:56:09 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Chicago Cubs' Paul Maholm pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Friday, April 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins fields a line-out by Chicago Cubs' Starlin Castro in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, April 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Roy Halladay fields a ground-out by Chicago Cubs' Tony Campana in the first inning of a baseball game on Friday, April 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Roy Halladay pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Friday, April 27, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins, left, hits a two-run double off Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Randy Wells in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, April 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. At right is catcher Welington Castillo. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Carlos Ruiz follows through after hitting a two-run single off Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Randy Wells in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, April 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Joe Blanton pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Saturday, April 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Randy Wells pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, April 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins, left, reacts after hitting a two-run double as Chicago Cubs shortstop Starlin Castro walks by in the fourth inning of a baseball game, Saturday, April 28, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Matt Garza throws in the third inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Sunday, April 29, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Kendrick throws in the third inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Sunday, April 29, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Tony Campana slides into home as Philadelphia Phillies catcher Brian Schneider waits for the throw during the third inning of a baseball game Sunday, April 29, 2012, in Philadelphia. Campana was safe. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)</p><p>Home plate umpire Bill Miller, left, and Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel go eye-to-eye as Manuel disputes Miller's call at the plate when Chicago Cubs' Tony Campana scored from third in the third inning of a baseball game, Sunday, April 29, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence reaches for, but misses, a double to deep right by Chicago Cubs' Jeff Baker during the second inning of a baseball game, Sunday, April 29, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)</p><p>Chicago Cubs catcher Wellington Castillo, left, and pitcher Carlos Marmol shake hands on the mound after the Cubs the Philadelphia Phillies 5-1 in a baseball game, Sunday, April 29, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Vance Worley pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, Monday, April 30, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' Chris Volstad pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Monday, April 30, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Laynce Nix, bottom, slides home to score as Chicago Cubs catcher Geovany Soto waits for the throw on a hit by Pete Orr in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 30, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Chicago Cubs' David DeJesus, right, is tagged out at second base by Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins while trying to stretch a single in the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, April 30, 2012, in Philadelphia. At left is umpire Dan Iassogna. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/04/09/11103625-phillies-top-marlins-3-1http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2012/04/09/11103625-phillies-top-marlins-3-1mlbphilliessportsmarlinsozzie-guillenphiladelphia-philliesphiladelphia-phillies'ty-wiggintonroy-halladayjoe-blantonshane-victorinoomar-infanteanibal-sanchezmiami-marlinsMon, 9 Apr 2012 19:51:58 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Miami Marlins starting pitcher Anibal Sanchez throws in the first inning of the home opener baseball game with the Philadelphia Phillies Monday, April 9, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>The teams line up before the home opener baseball game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Miami Marlins Monday, April 9, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Hanley Ramirez (2) reacts after scoring in the fourth inning of the home opener baseball game with the Philadelphia Phillies Monday, April 9, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels (35) throws against the Miami Marlins in the first inning of the home opener baseball game Monday, April 9, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)</p><p>Miami Marlins second baseman Omar Infante waits for the throw as Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins is safe as he steals second base in the first inning of the home opener baseball game Monday, April 9, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Hunter Pence, right, collides with Miami Marlins second baseman Omar Infante on a fielder's choice by Shane Victorino in the second inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, in Philadelphia. Pence was ruled out on the play. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Roy Halladay pitches in the second inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Wednesday, April 11, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Josh Johnson pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Wednesday, April 11, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Miami Marlins bench coach Joey Cora cheers during an at-bat in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Wednesday, April 11, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Shane Victorino catches a deep fly-out by Miami Marlins' Hanley Ramirez in the first inning of a baseball game on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Joe Blanton pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Thursday, April 12, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Mark Buehrle pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Thursday, April 12, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Miami Marlins catcher John Buck cannot reach a pop foul by Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins in the first inning of a baseball game on Thursday, April 12, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Miami Marlins' Emilio Bonifacio leaps before an at-bat in the first inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Thursday, April 12, 2012, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/02/22/6107976-blanton-is-more-than-an-average-joe-among-aceshttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/02/22/6107976-blanton-is-more-than-an-average-joe-among-acesmlbphilliessportsblantonjoe-blantonphillies-blantonTue, 22 Feb 2011 19:55:40 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Joe Blanton delivers a pitch during spring training baseball practice, Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011 in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/02/14/6054556-phillies-aces-take-the-field-for-first-timehttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2011/02/14/6054556-phillies-aces-take-the-field-for-first-timemlbphilliessportsroy-oswaltcliff-leefourphiladelphia-philliesphiladelphia-phillies'joe-blantonacescole-hamelsMon, 14 Feb 2011 22:06:08 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Cole Hamels, right, throws during spring training baseball workouts, Monday, Feb. 14, 2011, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies, from left, Roy Halladay, Joe Blanton, Cliff Lee, Roy Oswalt and Cole Hamels, take part in a joint news conference following their first spring training baseball workout, Monday, Feb. 14, 2011, in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Roy Halladay uses a medicine ball during spring training baseball workouts Monday, Feb. 14, 2011 in Clearwater, Fla. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/09/24/5174155-phillies-clinch-playoff-spot-wait-to-win-nl-easthttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/09/24/5174155-phillies-clinch-playoff-spot-wait-to-win-nl-eastmlbphilliessportsnew-yorkmetsnew-york-metsphiladelphia-philliescarlos-beltranphiladelphia-phillies'nl-eastcarlos-ruizdavid-wrightjoe-blantonnl-east-leading-philadelphia-phillieslucas-dudaSat, 25 Sep 2010 01:21:48 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>New York Mets starting pitcher R.A. Dickey throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Shane Victorino runs the bases after he hit a solo home run against the New York Mets in the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Joe Blanton throws against the New York Mets in the first inning of a baseball game Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/H. Rumph Jr)</p><p>New York Mets' Lucas Duda (21) celebrates with coaches and teammates after hitting a three-run double off Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Chad Durbin in the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, in Philadelphia. Duda was pulled after the hit for a pinch runner. New York won 5-2. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>New York Mets third baseman David Wright fields a ground out by Philadelphia Phillies' Placido Polanco in the third inning of a baseball game, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Ryan Howard hits a two-run home run off New York Mets pitcher Dillon Gee, not pictured, in the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>New York Mets shortstop Jose Reyes cannot reach a single by Philadelphia Phillies' Kyle Kendrick in the third inning of a baseball game, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>New York Mets' Dillon Gee pitches in the second inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Cole Hamels pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the New York Mets, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>New York Mets' David Wright, right, celebrates with third base coach Chip Hale after Wright's home run off Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels, not pictured, in the second inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>New York Mets' Jose Reyes, right, is caught trying to steal third as Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Placido Polanco readies to tag Reyes out in the third inning of a baseball game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/09/13/5104085-halladay-wins-19th-phillies-beat-marlins-10-5http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/09/13/5104085-halladay-wins-19th-phillies-beat-marlins-10-5mlbphilliessportsmarlinsflorida-marlinsphiladelphia-philliesnl-eastcarlos-ruizjoe-blantoncole-hamelsphiladelphia-roy-halladayTue, 14 Sep 2010 02:11:29 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Joe Blanton delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Florida Marlins, Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley watches the flight of his home run ball during the third inning of a baseball game against the Florida Marlins, Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Florida Marlins' Mike Stanton breaks his bat as he hits during the second inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 in Miami. Stanton grounded out on the play. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jayson Werth,right, is congratulated by third base coach Sam Perlozzo after Werth hit a home run during the second inning of a baseball game against the Florida Marlins, Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Florida Marlins' Andrew Miller delivers a pitch during the second inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cole Hamels throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the Florida Marlins in Miami, Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Shane Victorino (8) is greeted by Chase Utley (26) after scoring on a double by Placido Polanco during the first inning of a baseball game against the Florida Marlins in Miami, Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Shane Victorino hits a single in the first inning during a baseball game against the Florida Marlins in Miami, Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2010. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Roy Halladay throws in the first inning during a baseball game against the Florida Marlins in Miami, Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Chase Utley (26) is congratulated by third base coach Sam Perlozzo (2) after hitting a home run in the third inning during a baseball game against the Florida Marlins in Miami, Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>Florida Marlins' Hanley Ramirez reacts while batting in the first inning during a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Miami, Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p><p>Florida Marlins starting pitcher Jorge Sosa walks to the dugout after being relieved in the thrid inning during a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies in Miami, Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)</p> http://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/08/17/4917250-sanchez-sharp-giants-avert-sweep-in-philadelphiahttp://www.newsvine.com/_news/2010/08/17/4917250-sanchez-sharp-giants-avert-sweep-in-philadelphiamlbphilliessportsgiantsroy-oswaltsan-francisco-giantsphiladelphia-philliesjimmy-rollinsjoe-blantonplacido-polancoWed, 18 Aug 2010 02:03:22 +0000http://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/posthttp://activitystrea.ms/schema/1.0/generic_post<p>Philadelphia Phillies' Roy Oswalt pitches in the second inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants, Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>San Francisco Giants shortstop Juan Uribe, right, leaps out of the way of Philadelphia Phillies' Raul Ibanez after turning a double play in the second inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia's Carlos Ruiz was out at first. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins dives safely into third for a triple in the third inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)</p><p>Philadelphia Phillies' Joe Blanton pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2010. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)</p><p>San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Jonathan Sanchez throws against the Philadelphia Phillies in the second inning of a baseball game in Philadelphia, Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke) </p>