By Mark Sheldon, Phillies.com WESTPORT, Conn. — The Reds have spent the bulk of their offseason pursuing a left fielder and trying to upgrade their offense. Their efforts culminated in a trade Wednesday. Cincinnati acquired veteran outfielder Marlon Byrd and cash from ...
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Marlon Byrd Among Aaron Award Nominees
Voting is underway through Sunday exclusively at MLB.com to help decide the 16th annual winners of the Hank Aaron Award, given by “The Hammer” himself during the upcoming 110th World Series to the outstanding offensive performer in each league. American League ...
Read More »Phils Take Consecutive Games Against Washington
By Daniel Popper, Phillies.com WASHINGTON — Leading up to Thursday afternoon’s non-waiver Trade Deadline, Phillies slugger Marlon Byrdwas one of the most sought-after offensive assets on the market. The outfielder was almost surely on his way out, rumored to end up ...
Read More »Phillies Open Road Swing With Extra-Inning Loss in Miami
By Todd Zolecki, Phillies.com MIAMI — A.J. Burnett joined the Phillies in February in part because he said he believed they had a chance to win a World Series. But following Tuesday’s 5-4 loss to the Marlins in 11 innings at Marlins ...
Read More »Byrd Burns Mets, Phillies Win in 11
By Nate Taylor, Phillies.com NEW YORK — At this point, the Phillies will accept any type of victory, even if the process is more excruciating than pleasant. The Phillies entered Citi Field on Friday night as a slumping team looking ...
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