Newcomer Ben Revere Looking To Spark Phillies
There are plenty of question marks in the outfield for the Philadelphia Phillies. Ben Revere has no plans on being one of them.
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There are plenty of question marks in the outfield for the Philadelphia Phillies. Ben Revere has no plans on being one of them.
Chris celebrates President's Day with Independence Mall Park Ranger Ed Welch and talks to Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on the Monday Morning Matchup about the confirmation of Chuck Hagel and the scandal surrounding Bob Menendez. He also reviews Saturday Night Live's parody of Marco Rubio, CNN's coverage of the stranded cruise liner and New Jersey Senator Frank Lautenberg's decision not to seek re-election.
Promoted to the major leagues last summer when injuries hit the Phillies, Erik Kratz impressed with his bat and glove enough to move ahead of recently retired Brian Schneider on the depth chart as the projected backup catcher this winter.
Like the Boston Red Sox, Shane Victorino is looking to rebound. The Flyin' Hawaiian was dealt from Philadelphia to the Los Angeles Dodgers last summer and wound up hitting .255 — 20 points below his career average — with 11 homers and 39 RBIs.
Charlie Manuel is tired of talking about his contract. The deal for the Phillies manager expires at the end of this season.
Ryan Howard is leaner, stronger and healthier. Eager to get back to his old form, the Phillies' slugger arrived early to camp before position players have to report.
"I got the dessert," said team manager Charlie Manuel (far right).
Phillies General Manager Rubem Amaro was on the 94 WIP Morning Show Friday and addressed several topics, including the possibility of signing slugger Josh Hamilton and breaking up the Big 3 pitchers.
Chris reviews New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's appearance on the Daily Show. He talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece, and Comedian Marc Maron.
According to several reports, the Phillies are in talks to acquire Texas Rangers third baseman Michael Young.
Chris provides updates on the roller coaster blown out into the ocean in Seaside Heights by Hurricane Sandy and one of the stars of Two and A Half Men calling his show filth. He says he does not want his sons asking for dolls for Christmas and warns against the drama that could be caused from joining an office lottery pool. He also talks to Tom McGrath from the Philly Post.
Philadelphia Phillies catcher Carlos Ruiz has been suspended for the first 25 games of next season following a positive test for an amphetamine.
The town of Millville is beaming with pride over the selection of native son Mike Trout as the American League Rookie of the Year.
About three dozen ballgirl prospects took their hacks in the batting cages and answered questions in front of a panel of judges.
A former batting practice pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies is taking the team to court, contending the organization and its General Manager have badmouthed him.
Could one of the most popular Phillies be traded in the off-season?
Chris reviews last nights debate with Ed Rendell, Newt Gingrich and Rick Satorum. He also gets expert analysis from John Hayward from Human Events and Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on a special debate edition of the Matchup.
Chris reviews Mitt Romney's stop in the Delaware Valley on Friday and investigates a lewd act at a local supermarket. He talks to CSN Philly's Ray Didinger, Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on the Monday Morning Matchup, Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel, and Steve Moore from the Wall Street Journal.
Roy Halladay survived a shaky opening inning, Jimmy Rollins had three hits and scored three times, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Miami Marlins 9-5 on Saturday night.
Gio Gonzalez became the first 21-game winner in the majors, Michael Morse hit two homers and the Washington Nationals beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 Thursday night to move closer to an NL East title.
The Phillies had their final home game Thursday night and many of the fans in attendance say they have their hopeful eyes set on next season.
Chris discusses the further dilution of Pennsylvania's voter ID law, how to interpret recent presidential polling in the state, and New York City high schools giving free contraception to students. He also talks to Tom McGrath from the Philly Post and James Lee, the President of Susquehanna Polling.
The crowd, many in Phillies garb, applauded as hosts Michael Barkann and Ike Reese threw Manuel questions.
Chris reviews Saturday Night Live's parodies of undecided voter and Ann Romney, 60 Minutes interview with President Obama, recent presidential polls, and the story of an accused Nazi fighting deportation. He talks to Ray Didinger about Eagles crushing defeat in Arizona, Jeff Roe and Michael Bronstein on the Monday Morning Matchup, Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel, and Steve Moore from the Wall Street Journal.
Roy Halladay was roughed up early as the Philadelphia Phillies lost to the Atlanta Braves 8-2 on Saturday.
Grab the sunglasses again and enjoy a day with your sweetie free of anything significant from Mother Nature on Valentine's Day.
Police are investigating a string of late-night robberies in Bella Vista after five assaults over the past month left some victims injured.
After erosion from several major storms, New Jersey officials say federal relief is on the way for eroding South Jersey beaches.
February is Heart Awareness Month, and with Valentine's Day approaching, the holiday holds special meaning for a South Jersey family.
Video from a New Jersey police department's drone helped officers rescue a missing child in dense woods amid severely cold weather.
Grab the sunglasses again and enjoy a day with your sweetie free of anything significant from Mother Nature on Valentine's Day.
Police are investigating a string of late-night robberies in Bella Vista after five assaults over the past month left some victims injured.
After erosion from several major storms, New Jersey officials say federal relief is on the way for eroding South Jersey beaches.
A man has died following a high speed crash in Philadelphia's Torresdale neighborhood in the early hours of Friday morning.
February is Heart Awareness Month, and with Valentine's Day approaching, the holiday holds special meaning for a South Jersey family.
Police are investigating a string of late-night robberies in Bella Vista after five assaults over the past month left some victims injured.
After erosion from several major storms, New Jersey officials say federal relief is on the way for eroding South Jersey beaches.
Global icon Patti LaBelle is leading Visit Philadelphia's new social media campaign, "We Are the Fabric. We Are the Thread."
Police and fire crews are once again responding to the scene of a train fire that broke out Thursday.
Name a cockroach after your ex and watch it become lunch for a skunk this Valentine's Day in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
February is Heart Awareness Month, and with Valentine's Day approaching, the holiday holds special meaning for a South Jersey family.
Video from a New Jersey police department's drone helped officers rescue a missing child in dense woods amid severely cold weather.
Quinton Law made history by becoming New Jersey's youngest active serving mayor and Moorestown Township's first Black mayor.
From picking cotton on a Tennessee farm to raising a family in South Jersey, Lillian Crooks is celebrating 100 years of life.
Students waiting for the school bus in Lindenwold, New Jersey, were sent running when an ICE enforcement operation began nearby.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
February is Heart Awareness Month, and with Valentine's Day approaching, the holiday holds special meaning for a South Jersey family.
As piles of snow melt across the Philadelphia region, research shows the salt used to prevent slipping could end up in the water supply.
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Police and fire crews are once again responding to the scene of a train fire that broke out Thursday.
More than 100 speed bumps near Philadelphia schools were installed improperly, a new report says.
The Downingtown Interchange on the Pennsylvania Turnpike reopened Wednesday night after a canopy over the toll booths collapsed.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive remains closed as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Turns out, the Philadelphia Phillies were ale-ing last year — and it contributed to Nick Castellanos' release.
In his first year as Roman Catholic's head coach, 2007 PCL champion Brad Wanamaker hopes to help Cahillites seniors capture a title.
Nick Castellanos addressed his benching in Miami last June on social media after the Philadelphia Phillies released him Thursday.
Nick Castellanos' time in Philadelphia is officially over as the Phillies released him on Thursday.
Jose Alvarado scored a season-high 26 points and Mikal Bridges added 22 points as the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 138-89 Wednesday night.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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.
High pressure will treat us to a bright, sunny day. Free of anything significant from Mother Nature. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Police are investigating a string of violent late-night robberies in South Philadelphia's Bella Vista and Hawthorne neighborhoods, following five assaults over the past month that left some victims injured. Ross DiMattei reports.
After a chaotic dash home, 10-year-old Dylan described the moments he and his classmates ran home as a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation unfolded at a New Jersey apartment complex Thursday. Dan Snyder reports.
In Haddon Township, 5-year-old Crew Dawson cuts out paper hearts with his family for Valentine's Day weekend — however, his heart is a little more complicated. Stephanie Stahl reports.
It's what helps fuel the local economy and draws millions of visitors to the shore each season, and a congressman from South Jersey says help is on the way for some shore towns. Ryan Hughes reports.