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The omens came the first day of Spring Training, when Phils' ace Cole Hamels opened by announcing he had biceps tendinitis and was behind schedule. That was followed by the supposed rift between Jimmy Rollins and manager Ryne Sandberg, a collective team hitting slump, and then for good measure, throw in some MRSA, which Freddy Galvis contracted.
A day after the Phillies announced Bobby Abreu would not make the roster, they gave him his unconditional release to pursue other options around Major League Baseball.
Chris Stigall talked to Phillies Outfielder Dom Brown from Clearwater on the last day of Spring Training on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT.
"For us, we've got all the confidence in the world," Lee told reporters, "and expect to win and win the division and get to the World Series and win that ultimately. That's what we're expecting to do."
The Washington Nationals have signed utilityman Kevin Frandsen to a major league contract for one year worth $900,000.
Chris Stigall talked with Phillies Second Baseman Chase Utley on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT from Spring Training in Clearwater, FL about the upcoming baseball season.
Infielder Kevin Frandsen has refused his minor league assignment, and has decided to become a free agent, the Phillies announced Tuesday.
The Phillies have released utility infielder Ronny Cedeno, the team announced Tuesday.
Bryce Harper is one of the best young players in Major League Baseball. According to the players themselves, he's not quite as good as everyone else thinks.
With a week left in Spring Training, Phillies fans are looking just about anywhere for a positive sign.
When spring training began for the Philadelphia Phillies in Clearwater, Fla., there was a dark cloud hovering over a franchise in disarray. Over the last few weeks, the skies have opened, raining on any positive thought fans could have for the 2014 season.
It hasn't been a good couple of days for the Phillies bench.
Phillies bench coach Larry Bowa says that he's concerned about the team's offensive production.
Darin Ruf's mission to make the 2014 Phillies Opening Day roster may have taken a hit on Thursday.
Cincinnati Reds closer Aroldis Chapman is undergoing surgery to repair a broken bone above his left eye but has no other serious injuries after being hit in the face by a line drive in a spring training game.
Trade rumors or not, if you listen to Jimmy Rollins and Ruben Amaro, the shortstop isn't going anywhere.
Spring training is in full swing. So get ready for opening day with the E.S.P. Spring Training Guide, full of the tools, trappings and tickets you need to keep your hitting streak going straight until fall.
The rumors have been swirling over the last several weeks regarding potential trades of Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson, and Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins.
It isn't a star player that has drawn dozens of Milwaukee Brewers fans to Miller Park before the crack of dawn.
Jimmy Rollins can not be traded without his consent. He's made it clear that he's not planning on giving that consent any time soon.
Cole Hamels will not be available to pitch opening day for the Phillies. Their backup plan isn't half bad.
He's said it before, and he's saying it again. Jimmy Rollins wants to be the Phillies' all-time hit leader, and there is very little chance of him waiving his no-trade clause.
Despite a baseball career littered with accolades, Philadelphia's new leader is treating his seat in the dugout like he did every inning at second base during his time in the National League.
Some MLB scouts seem skeptical that the Phillies have any chance at all this year.
Two inmates were hospitalized after a double stabbing inside the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Philadelphia's Holmesburg section.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the New York Rangers on Friday.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with President-elect Donald Trump Friday at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.
Two inmates were hospitalized after a double stabbing inside the Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility in Philadelphia's Holmesburg section.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the New York Rangers on Friday.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with President-elect Donald Trump Friday at Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
A woman was killed and a man and child were injured after a crash into the front porch of a home on North Broad Street on Thursday.
Host Ashley Harder gets into the holiday spirit with an all-access pass to Walnut Street Theater's production of everyone's favorite elf!
Dozens of people displaced by a recent fire in Norristown spent Thanksgiving at a temporary shelter.
A man was taken to the hospital after he was shot while trying to flee police in Deptford Township, New Jersey.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
A decadelong conflict over North Wildwood's beaches involving tens of millions of dollars in litigation and fines could end soon.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Camden County Police Department is helping some seniors have a stress-free holiday with Thanksgiving only two days away.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Michael Profeto received the 1,000th kidney transplant at Temple University Hospital during Thanksgiving week.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
Triple Bottom Brewing's apprenticeships provide opportunities for people involved with the justice system.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
If you're flying today for Thanksgiving, you can track TSA screening wait times on Philadelphia International Airport's website.
Philadelphia residents should expect road closures for the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here's what you need to know.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
The holiday travel blitz in the Philadelphia region is underway, and travelers are expected to take to the skies and the roads for Thanksgiving.
Thorndale line train service was suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the New York Rangers on Friday.
Saquon Barkley is on pace to have the best running back season in Eagles franchise history in his first year in Philadelphia.
Sean Couturier scored at 2:31 of overtime to give the Philadelphia Flyers a 3-2 win over the Nashville Predators.
The Houston Rockets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 122-115 in overtime on Wednesday night.
Several fall sports teams at Shawnee High School celebrated winning the state championship at the annual Turkey Trot.
Host Ashley Harder gets into the holiday spirit with an all-access pass to Walnut Street Theater's production of everyone's favorite elf!
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
For the 10th year running, Collegeville Italian Bakery is providing hot meals to police officers, firefighters and EMTs who have to work on Thanksgiving.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The holiday movie season is well underway and an epic animated musical is returning to the big screen this week with an expansive brand new voyage. Moana 2 will also feature a brand new soundtrack which was created by two of the industry's youngest songwriters. Ukee Washington had the opportunity to chat with the duo.
Cucumbers distributed to more than two dozen states including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York are being recalled after 68 people reported getting sick with salmonella. SunFed produce announced on Wednesday. The cucumbers were sent to food service and retail outlets between Oct. 12 and Nov. 26. 18 of the infected people have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it’s also a crucial day for many small businesses relying on their deep connection with their customers. Josh Sanders and photojournalist Brad Nau were in Ambler on Saturday where businesses are hoping to cash in on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday.
The Phillies held their annual Red Friday sale Saturday at the New Era Phillies Team Store at Citizens Bank Park. Crowds lined up as early as 6 a.m. for a chance to snag unique fan experiences, gifts and 50% off deals storewide. Fans also got the chance to enjoy soft pretzels and hot cocoa in the dugout and meet Phillies broadcasters and ballgirls.
The Ronald McDonald House of Southern New Jersey has opened its first pop-up shop to help make the holidays brighter for families. The shop is located at The Promenade at Sagemore in Marlton and will be open every Saturday and Sunday leading up to Christmas and Hanukkah. All proceeds will go to supporting children and their families who can't be home for the holidays.