Joe Girardi

The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves by a score of 13-8. Aaron Nola threw a gem, striking out 10 hitters in eight innings. Bryce Harper, JT Realmuto, Jean Segura, and Roman Quinn hit home runs while Didi Gregorius hit a grand slam...

The Philadelphia Phillies lose 5-2 and 8-0 in their double header against the Atlanta Braves. Vince Velasquez had no command in game one and Spencer Howard made his MLB debut in game two. He got hit hard, there is no denying that. Especially when it came to his first pitch of an at bat. He allowed four earned runs in 4 2/3 innings. The bullpen was abysmal in both outings, but without any offense... who cares?

Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins has had many hitting coaches and approaches since he joined the Phillies, but has settled into a "hybrid" stance.

The Philadelphia Phillies tied the New York Yankees 2-2 in their third exhibition game. Vince Velasquez was definitely the talk of town before the game started and let's just say he was impressive. In the first inning though, Velasquez threw 25 pitches and struggled a tad, but it was mixed with intriguing pitches. Here is how his first inning played out: DJ LeMahieu was hit by a pitch Aaron Judge struck out swinging Gleybor Torres single Giancarlo Stanton struck out looking Aaron Hicks walks Gary Sanchez struck out swinging with bases loaded No runs were scored in the inning, but this shows the inconsistency of Velasquez we have seen many times before. Interestingly enough, he turned it around big time only needing 48 pitches during the next four innings. He allowed a home-run to Judge after ending the fifth inning and going for a fourth out because, well, why not? It's a game that doesn't count. It was obvious that his cutter, curveball, and change-up was very interesting. I think it is fair to ask this question: Have we been sucked in like this before with Vinny V? On a side note, Jean Segura was drilled in the hand by a pitch resulting in exiting the game. We are waiting for more information as the Yankees did not have x-rays available. He seems to be okay.

Pitcher Vince Velasquez once again has a chance to impress and dazzle Phillies coaches with his electric arm and stuff.

All 15 NL Managers were asked by ESPN their perspective on the implementation of Universal DH, Phillies Manager Joe Girardi had a very interesting answer

The more the Phillies season is delayed, perhaps the likelihood of top prospect Spencer Howard starting the season with the team are increased.

This week's Phillies mailbag looks at a potential season for the Phillies, Seranthony Dominguez, and who would be the fifth starter.

Bryce Harper has an MVP Look in Grapefruit League Play

Phillies prospect Alec Bohm could potentially represent the United States in the Summer Oympic Games qualifier.