Philadelphia Phillies

March 31 Philadelphia Phillies vs. Washington Nationals

03/28/2008 -- Broadcast: Phillies Preview on CBS 3, 2:30 p.m. ... Live Game Coverage: CBS 3; WPHT 1210 AM; WDAS 1480 AM (Spanish).

12:05 p.m.: All gates open; All fans receive a 2007 National League East Champions Pennant, compliments of Modell's Sporting Goods.

Opening Day Block Party, Citizens Bank Way: Plenty of music featuring the popular Mr. Greengenes, as well as food and fun! Party is open to all fans and takes place until 3 p.m.    » read more »

03/28/2008 -- The Philadelphia Phillies made the following transactions today:

• Right-hander Tim Lahey was claimed off waivers from the Chicago Cubs
• Right-hander J.D. Durbin, infielder Ray Olmedo and outfielder Chris Snelling were outrighted to Triple-A Lehigh Valley
• Infielder Chris Woodward was signed to a Minor League contract

Tim Lahey, 26, went to Spring Training with Chicago Cubs after being selected in December's Rule 5 Draft from Minnesota and appeared in 11 spring games. He was originally drafted by Minnesota in 2004 as a catcher and was converted to a pitcher after that season. Last year between Double-A New Britain and Triple-A Rochester, Lahey went 8-4 with 14 saves and a 3.65 ERA in 52 games. He will wear #33.    » read more »

03/24/2008 -- Righthander Brad Lidge was placed on the 15-day disabled list today, retroactive to March 21, the Philadelphia Phillies announced today. Brad Lidge is still recovering from right knee surgery performed on February 25 and is eligible to be activated on April 5.

Brad Lidge, 31, had not appeared in any major league spring training games, but made two appearances in minor league intrasquad games, pitching a scoreless inning in each.

In other news, lefthander Matt Smith was re-assigned to minor league camp. Matt Smith is still rehabbing from reconstructive surgery on his left elbow, performed in July of 2007.

Source: MLB

Moyer unveils first bobble of lengthy Major League career

03/17/2008 -- Philadelphia Phillies players, along with the Phanatic, took part in unveiling several "firsts" in Phillies giveaways during a press event at Bright House Field, prior to the St. Patrick's Day 1:05 p.m. game against the Cleveland Indians. Among the highlights:    » read more »

Red Phanatic returns! Mayor Nutter to turn Phanatic red; Joins Philadelphia Phillies' efforts in urging fans to "Step Up to the Plate" & volunteer

03/17/2008 -- With Opening Day two weeks away, the Philadelphia Phillies are getting ready to Paint the Town Red! From March 24-31, the Red Phanatic will appear once again to celebrate the upcoming baseball season - with unique events aimed at encouraging fans to "Step Up to the Plate" and volunteer in their community.    » read more »

The life and legacy of Richie Ashburn is about to hit the big screen

03/12/2008 -- Richie Ashburn: A Baseball Life will make its world premiere at the 17th Philadelphia Film Festival on Monday, April 14, at 7 p.m. at the Prince Music Theater, the Phillies announced today.    » read more »

03/09/2008 -- The Philadelphia Phillies made 13 Spring Training transactions this morning.

The following players were optioned to Minor League camp: right-handers Joe Bisenius, Scott Mathieson and left-hander J.A. Happ; and infielder Brad Harman.

The following players were reassigned to Minor League camp: right-handers Ron Chiavacci and Zack Segovia and left-handers Brian Mazone and Joe Savery; catchers Tuffy Gosewisch and Lou Marson; infielders Jason Donald, Mike Cervenak and Andy Tracy; and outfielder Valentino Pascucci.

Source: MLB

03/04/2008 -- The Philadelphia Phillies have announced their 2008 lineup of promotions, events and sportswear - just for the ladies. Highlights are listed below. More info is also available at phillies.com.

Registration Now Open! Softball Camp for Girls, ages 9-14    » read more »

03/03/2008 -- First base coach Davey Lopes will undergo prostate cancer surgery later this month, the Philadelphia Phillies announced today. A full recovery is expected.

Following surgery, Lopes will be sidelined for approximately six weeks. Dr. Scott Klavans will perform the surgery at Morton Plant Hospital.    » read more »

Less than six weeks until Opening Day

02/18/2008 -- Tickets to 77 (out of 81) home games for the National League East Champion Phillies will go on sale Thursday, February 21. Note: The opener vs. the Nationals (3/31) and the Boston Series (6/16-6/18) are only available through a season ticket plan, the MVP Six Pack and an online ticket opportunity.

Fans may purchase the 77 individual game tickets starting on February 21 via the following:

* Online at phillies.com, starting at 7:30 a.m.
* Phone Center (215-463-1000) from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.    » read more »

02/13/2008 -- Righthander Kris Benson has agreed to terms on a minor league contract with the Philadelphia Phillies with an invitation to major league spring training, Senior Vice President & General Manager Pat Gillick announced today. The contract is pending a physical.

Kris Benson, 33, missed all of last season after having right rotator cuff surgery on March 20, 2007. In 2006, he went 11-12 with a 4.82 ERA in 30 starts for Baltimore. Benson has reached double digits in wins in five of his seven major league seasons and has pitched over 200.0 innings twice.    » read more »

02/04/2008 -- Outfielder Pat Burrell will be inducted into the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame on February 13. Burrell will be one of eight inductees.    » read more »

01/30/2008 -- A total of 26 Philadelphia Phillies Spring Training games will be broadcast from Clearwater, Fla., Rob Brooks, Manager, Broadcasting, announced today. Four will be televised and 22 will be split between the radio and internet.

WPHT 1210 AM will broadcast 12 games starting with the 1:05 p.m. February 27 game against the Cincinnati Reds at Bright House Networks Field. The other 10 radio broadcasts will be on phillies.com, the most games the Phillies have ever broadcast on the internet.    » read more »

01/29/2008 -- The Philadelphia Phillies will have 22 instructors in major league camp for spring training, the club announced today.

Manager Charlie Manuel's major league coaching staff of Rich Dubee (pitching), Ramon Henderson (bullpen), Davey Lopes (first base/outfield), Steve Smith (third base/infield), Milt Thompson (hitting), Jimy Williams (bench) and Mick Billmeyer (catching) will be there as well as triple-A Lehigh Valley's staff, the minor league coordinators, three additional members of the player development staff and two guest instructors.    » read more »

01/22/2008 -- Philadelphia Phillies fans have the chance to enjoy even more promotions, celebrations and events than ever before.    » read more »