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Friday: No rest, a couple of tests, for the weary
"Hard to Believe!" is the game-by-game story of the 2008 Philadelphia Phillies, from the first pitch on Opening Day to the final pitch of the World Series.
They dressed mostly in silence, shoving their belongings into duffle bags and slipping out to the waiting buses, en route to Penn Station, and then Philadelphia, and then wherever their offseason homes lie.
If an upcoming MRI exam dictates that Raul Ibanez undergo surgery to repair a torn muscle near his abdomen, it won't be shocking.
Phillies consider changes at third base
The Phillies are actively exploring alternatives to Pedro Feliz at third base before deciding whether to retain him, general manager Ruben Amaro Jr.
Eyre Thanks the Fans, Ponders Future
Burly reliever Scott Eyre looks like a baseball player but after the Phightins lost their fight in the World Series the Eyre might be leaving the balloon.
Nov. 5 - Will Myers, Eyre Return?
Brett Myers stood beside his locker late last night at Yankee Stadium and expressed confidence that the Phillies will return to the World Series again next season.
The Phillies Zone: Myers, Eyre mull future
While the Phillies reflected on their season last night after losing the World Series to the New York Yankees, two players spoke about the future.
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He has a shot at the cycle. He just needs a triple. Unlikely, at best, considering the condition of his knees.
Phillies stay alive behind Utley, Lee as Series shifts back to N.Y.
The Philadelphia Phillies listened to different music Monday, joked in the clubhouse and showed the New York Yankees they are having too much fun to go home.
Dan Gross: Phillies enjoy Pearl Jam's final Spectrum show
PEARL JAM frontman Eddie Vedder was rumored Saturday to be singing the National Anthem at Game 4 last night, but it was not to be.
It's Broad Street versus Broadway
The Philadelphia Phillies may not want to be blinded by the bright light of New York, but in this case, Phillies' pitchers Scott Eyre, Cliff Lee and Brad Lidge were simply shielding their eyes as they tracked a fly ball during batting practice on Monday.
No sweat: Lee, Utley make it look easy
It took all night, but Cliff Lee finally lost his cool. Just a little. He had just returned to the Phillies clubhouse after doing the media room session only to find another swarm of reporters around his locker stall.
The 2009 World Series: Philadelphia Phillies vs. New York Yankees
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Phillies say: Bring on the Yankees
Philadelphia Phillies pitchers Scott Eyre , from left, Cliff Lee and Brad Lidge shield their eyes as they track a fly ball during batting practice, Monday, Oct.
It's easy to forget Phillies' lows
The last two weeks of Phillies baseball have been filled with so many highs that it's easy to forget about all their regular-season challenges and struggles.
Phillies beat Dodgers, return to world series
Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Scott Eyre jumps into the arms of Ryan Howard as teammates celebrate on the mound after defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 5 of their Major League Baseball NLCS playoff series in Philadelphia on Wednesday Jayson Werth hit two home runs as reigning World Series champions Philadelphia beat the Los Angeles Dodgers ...
Durbin becoming Phillies' postseason unsung hero
Here's a hint: The same guy is the only Phillies pitcher not to allow a baserunner this postseason.
Dodgers-Phillies Game 4 innning-by-inning recap
One night after losing, 11-0, the Dodgers blow a chance for a series-tying victory with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning.
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Phillies want a shot at Yankees
PHILADELPHIA -- Perhaps it was just the champagne talking, but in their victorious clubhouse in the wee hours of Thursday morning, the Philadelphia Phillies, their second straight trip to the World Series secured only an hour or so earlier, ignored one of baseball's strict rules of decorum: Never speak about your next playoff opponent until you know for certain who it is.
'Bring on A-Rod and the Yankees!' blurted lefty Scott Eyre, soaked from head to toe in champagne and beer. 'Oops. I mean, if they win.'
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