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Jonathan Papelbon, in the midst of saving 11 straight games, declared himself unable to pitch before Sunday's series finale against the Mets due to "general soreness."
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Jonathan Papelbon, in the midst of saving 11 straight games, declared himself unable to pitch before Sunday's series finale against the Mets due to "general soreness."
The Phillies have outrighted utility infielder, Jayson Nix, to Lehigh Valley (AAA). Nix, who is 6-39 (.154) with the Phillies this season, has the option to become a free agent.
Chris Stigall talked with Phillies Manager Ryne Sandberg on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT about Sunday's loss to the Mets and Jonathan Papelbon's unavailability.
Phillies closer, Jonathan Papelbon, is in the midst of 11 straight saves and has not allowed a run since April 2nd in Texas.
The Phillies improvised bullpen gave up three runs in the 9th and lost to the New York Mets 5-4 in 11 innings Sunday.
The Phillies scored in the top of the 9th to beat the slumping New York Mets 5-4 on Saturday night.
Marlon Byrd sliced an RBI double just inside the right field line in the 11th inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the New York Mets 3-2 Friday night in a game of many squandered opportunities.
The Phillies optioned infielder Freddy Galvis to Lehigh Valley (AAA) on Friday.
Burnett came in 2-0 with a 0.98 ERA over his previous four starts, but wasn't at his best against his former team. Burnett (2-2) allowed season worsts of nine hits, including three homers, and seven runs in six innings. The right-hander, who lost for the first time since April 6 at Chicago, walked two and struck out four.
Philadelphia's struggling offense has scored in just one of the past 34 innings. The Phillies had a five-run sixth inning against Toronto in Tuesday's 6-5 loss, were blanked 3-0 on Monday and did not score after the first inning in Sunday's 1-0 home win over Washington.
The two-day home run derby was born out of the sudden death of Hall of Fame outfielder and broadcaster Richie Ashburn.
Dan Baker has one of the most well-known voices in Philadelphia. That voice will be heard in one less place this fall.
Cole Hamels, stuck on 99 career wins, allowed five runs and 10 hits in six innings.
They will look to get back in the win column tonight as they host Toronto again.
Kyle Kendrick (0-3) lost his eighth straight decision, dating to last season. He gave up three runs and seven hits in seven innings.
