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Jamie Moyer Out for Rest of the Season

After leaving last night's game against the Houston Astros with an injury, it has been revealed that Jamie Moyer will be out for the rest of the season. The 46-year-old pitcher tore a groin after making a pitch last night...

Written by Schmitters about 2 months ago 74 reads 2 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Milwaukee Brewers All-Time Team

Team Name: Milwaukee Brewers Year Established: 1969 City: Milwaukee Previous Cities: Seattle (1969) Ballpark: Miller Park Previous Nicknames: Pilots (1969) League: National League Division: Central ...

Written by Schmitters about 3 months ago 59 reads 1 comments
2009 MLB Award Predictions

Every sports fan loves predictions. They help fuel the competitive fire throughout the sports world. So far, the 2009 baseball season has been a good one. Many players are having career years, or are having continued success from previous seasons...

Written by Schmitters about 3 months ago 1,403 reads 15 comments
Brad Lidge: Heart Attack Closer of the Year

Well, the Phillies won another one last night, but not without ninth-inning drama. After Ryan Howard hit a solo home run to give the Phillies a 3-2 lead in the top of the ninth, Brad Lidge came in to close out the game...

Written by Schmitters about 3 months ago 147 reads 2 comments
Can Jamie Moyer Find New Life in the Bullpen?

As some of you know, Jamie Moyer is my favorite player. He has done so much during his career and has greatly contributed to the Phillies...

Written by Schmitters about 3 months ago 100 reads 6 comments
Five Reasons Why the Phillies Will Run Away with the Division

The Phillies have played extremely well so far this year. Their lineup has been one of the most consistent in the league. Their rotation is turning around. And let’s face it, they have been hot...

Written by Schmitters about 3 months ago 269 reads 6 comments
The 5 Most Surprising Phillies This Year

The Phillies have been hot so far this year, and they have a number of people to thank. Their bats have been extremely hot this year, and it is thanks to people we knew would do well. But it is also thanks to people that completely surprised us...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 275 reads 0 comments
The 5 Most Disappointing Phillies Players This Year

The Phillies have been one of the best team in baseball this year, but there are always people who struggle. Many players struggled early on but turned around. And some are still struggling...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 451 reads 19 comments
Philadelphia Phillies Favorites: Closers

Closing is one of the most difficult jobs in sports. They come into a tight game and try to end it to get the victory. It’s usually only for one inning, but that inning could make or break a team...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 125 reads 3 comments
Phillies Fans: Always Faithful

Yesterday, I went to the Red Sox-Orioles game in Baltimore. It was my first time going to Camden Yards, and I had a fun time. I didn’t go because I’m a Red Sox fan or an Orioles fan...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 125 reads 4 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Los Angeles Dodgers All-Time Team

Team Name: Los Angeles Dodgers Year Established: 1884 City: Los Angeles Previous Cities: Brooklyn (1884-1957) Ballpark: Dodger Stadium Previous Names: Atlantics (1884), Grays (1885-1887), ...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 108 reads 0 comments
Schmitters Says: Unconfirmed 2003 MLB Steroid List Revealed

The 2004 World Series was one of the most memorable in baseball history. It was between the Boston Red Sox and St. Louis Cardinals. The Red Sox had an incredible postseason...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 358 reads 7 comments
Hey Baseball! Get Ready For Another RED October!

The Philadelphia Phillies have been hot recently. Everything has come together for them. At this time last year, the Phillies were in a struggle with the New York Mets for first place in the NL East division...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 94 reads 0 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim All-Time Team

Team Name: Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Year Established: 1961 City: Los Angeles Ballpark: Angel Stadium of Anaheim Previous Nicknames: Los Angeles Angels (1961-1965), California Angels (1965-1996), ...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 194 reads 1 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Kansas City Royals All-Time Team

This is an article in a series dedicated to selecting all-time teams for all 30 current major league franchises. To view the others, click here...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 96 reads 3 comments
Philadelphia Phillies Favorites: Managers

No one can ever say the Phillies managers didn’t have unusual and colorful ways. Most were more colorful than successful. Phillies managers (excluding interims) held their post for an average of 2...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 137 reads 5 comments
The 10 Greatest Baseball Movies

Baseball is the greatest sport ever invented. There is no way to deny it. Since it is the greatest sport ever invented, there must be some great baseball movies as well. There are so many baseball films...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 76 reads 0 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Houston Astros All-Time Team

Team Name: Houston Astros City: Houston Ballpark: Minute Maid Park Previous Name: Colt .45s League: National League Division: NL Central Number of Playoff Appearances: 9 Number of Pennants: 1 ...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 160 reads 4 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Florida Marlins All-Time Team

Team Name: Florida Marlins Year Established: 1993 City: Miami Ballpark: Land Shark Stadium League: National League Division: NL East Number of Playoff Appearances: 2 Number of Pennants: 2 World ...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 101 reads 4 comments
Jamie Moyer's Magic: Yes, He Can Still Pitch

Jamie Moyer is one of the most beloved Phillies players. He was a hometown kid who grew up as a Phillies fan. He broke into the majors with the Chicago Cubs in 1986, and in his debut, he faced Steve Carlton...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 99 reads 3 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Detroit Tigers All-Time Team

Team Name: Detroit Tigers Year Established: 1901 City: Detroit Ballpark: Comerica Park League: American League Division: AL Central Number of Playoff Appearances: 12 Number of Pennants: ...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 207 reads 0 comments
The Great Debate: The NL East Second-Half Preview

The MLB All-Star Game is one of the greatest games in sports. It is a time when both leagues put forth their best players and play to see who's better...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 217 reads 15 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Colorado Rockies All-Time Team

Team Name: Colorado Rockies Year Established: 1993 City: Denver Ballpark: Coors Field League: National League Division: NL West Number of Playoff Appearances: Two Number of Pennants:One World ...

Written by Schmitters about 4 months ago 127 reads 6 comments
Philadelphia Phillies Favorites: Single Game Performances

During the Phillies 126 year existence, they have had: a. Nine pitchers throw a no-hitter b. One pitcher pitch a perfect game c. Eight batters hit for the cycle d. Three batters hit four home runs in one game All of these players were great

Written by Schmitters about 5 months ago 110 reads 1 comments
A Glance at Greatness: The Cleveland Indians All-Time Team

This is the eighth article in a series dedicated to selecting all-time teams for all current 30 major league franchises. To view the others, click http://bleacherreport...

Written by Schmitters about 5 months ago 116 reads 3 comments

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Schmitters Article Archive

Jamie Moyer Out for Rest of the Season

A Glance at Greatness: The Milwaukee Brewers All-Time Team

2009 MLB Award Predictions

Brad Lidge: Heart Attack Closer of the Year

Can Jamie Moyer Find New Life in the Bullpen?

Five Reasons Why the Phillies Will Run Away with the Division

The 5 Most Surprising Phillies This Year

The 5 Most Disappointing Phillies Players This Year

Philadelphia Phillies Favorites: Closers

Phillies Fans: Always Faithful

A Glance at Greatness: The Los Angeles Dodgers All-Time Team

Schmitters Says: Unconfirmed 2003 MLB Steroid List Revealed

Hey Baseball! Get Ready For Another RED October!

A Glance at Greatness: The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim All-Time Team

A Glance at Greatness: The Kansas City Royals All-Time Team

Philadelphia Phillies Favorites: Managers

The 10 Greatest Baseball Movies

A Glance at Greatness: The Houston Astros All-Time Team

A Glance at Greatness: The Florida Marlins All-Time Team

Jamie Moyer's Magic: Yes, He Can Still Pitch

A Glance at Greatness: The Detroit Tigers All-Time Team

The Great Debate: The NL East Second-Half Preview

A Glance at Greatness: The Colorado Rockies All-Time Team

Philadelphia Phillies Favorites: Single Game Performances

A Glance at Greatness: The Cleveland Indians All-Time Team

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