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Phils Fail To Bail Out Burnett, Fall to Mets

By Jake Kring-Schreifels, Philies.com NEW YORK — A mis-located pitch and a pile of missed opportunities defined the Phillies’ 6-5 loss to the Mets on Sunday afternoon at Citi Field. The pitch was an A.J. Burnett hanging curveball that Anthony Recker ...

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Eagles Reveal Young Roster After Final Cuts

By Dave Spadaro, Eagles.com It’s a young group, with 18 first- and second-year players (including suspended offensive tackleLane Johnson). Only 10 players are 30 years and older. There is depth and talent all over. Don’t pretend the roster is final, because ...

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6 Union Players Receive National Team Call Ups

Chester, Pa. – Philadelphia Union announced today that six players, including Brian Brown, Andre Blake, Michael Lahoud, Rais Mbolhi, Zach Pfeffer and Carlos Valdes, have received invitations to represent their countries in various international friendlies September 1-10. Brown and Blake will join ...

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Sam Hinkie: Pure Genius, or Just Plain Crafty?

Sam Hinkie: Pure Genius, or Just Plain Crafty?

By Joe Darrah It would be unwise to make a rush to judgment about the long-term expectations for the tactics of Sixers general manager/president Sam Hinkie in his short time here. But it’s become obvious that Hinkie is in no ...

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Phillies Claim P Victor Arano From Dodgers to Seal Hernandez Trade

The Phillies have completed the Roberto Hernandez trade by acquiring right-hander Victor Arano from the Dodgers on Thursday. Arano, 19, was the Dodgers’ No. 14-ranked prospect, according to MLB.com, and he was 4-7 with a 4.08 ERA in 22 games (15 starts) ...

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Montgomery Takes Medical Leave, Gillick Takes Over as Prez

PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies made a surprising announcement Thursday afternoon when they revealed general partner and president David Montgomery is taking an immediate medical leave of absence while he recovers from jaw cancer surgery. Pat Gillick has assumed Montgomery’s responsibilities. ...

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Eagles Kick Jets to the Curb, New Kicker Parkey Flashes ‘Boomstick’

By Chris McPherson, Eagles.com Earlier this month, Lincoln Financial Field played host to three sold-out concerts featuring One Direction and Luke Bryan. But on Thursday night, it was kicker Cody Parkey who earned an encore. Acquired in a trade with Indianapolis last Wednesday, ...

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Eagles Vs. Jets: Preseason Week 4 Preview

The Philadelphia Eagles complete the 2014 preseason Thursday night when Michael Vick and the New York jets visit Lincoln Financial Field. For a full gameday preview from the Eagles, click here.

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Phillies Complete Sweep of Nats With 8-4 Win

By Todd Zolecki, Phillies.com  PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies signed Grady Sizemore to a Minor League contract on June 24 because they had some of the worst production of any outfield in baseball, and if they could find a way to ...

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Lane Johnson to Take Training Hiatus in Dallas During Suspension

Lane Johnson to Take Training Hiatus in Dallas During Suspension

Philadelphia Eagles tackle Lane Johnson will reportedly head to Dallas for much of the duration of his upcoming four-game ban as opposed to staying local to conduct training. According to a report by Philly.com, Johnson will not continue “preseason” training ...

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