Today on the Stark Report, we discussed the Phillies deal of Chase Utley, how it happened, why now was the right time, the reaction from the fans in LA and more.
Plys Stark discussed the Phillies farm system and the job the front office did in putting the farm system back together...
Chase Utley could be spending his final hours as a Philadelphia Phillies second baseman.
According to a San Francisco Chronicle report, the Giants have made an offer for Utley. Late Thursday night columnist Bruce Jenkins reported the offer on Twitter and said that Giants GM Bobby Evans was "just waiting to hear back" from the Phillies...
Another Phillies star could be on the move.
According to a FOX Sports report, the San Francisco Giants and the Phillies are talking about a potential Chase Utley trade.
Jon Morosi, citing sources, adds that the two teams are onto the stage of discussing different prospects which means things are advancing...
ON DEMAND for 8.11.15
Jack McCaffery, columnist for Delaware County Daily Times, called in to talk about his column regarding Chase Utley and the Phillies. McCaffery writes that the time for the Phillies to trade Chase Utley is "now." McCaffery furthered his column on air saying that Chase Utley just cant hit anymore and he has been diminished to "warning track power...
Ruben Amaro pulled off another deal.
Shortly after the conclusion of the Ruben Amaro and Cole Hamels press conferences, the team announced that Revere, in addition to cash considerations, was sent north of the border.
In the deal, the Phillies will receive minor league pitchers Jimmy Cordero and Alberto Tirado...
The Sports Bash 7.27.15:
Will Cole Hamels get traded by Friday? Momentum is certainly building towards a potential trade after his no-hitter at Wrigley Field. Todd Zolecki called in today to talk about the no-hitter and where a deal stands this week...
After Saturday's magical no-hitter, the trade rumors have picked up for Phillies lefty Cole Hamels.
Dozens of scouts were on hand at Wrigley Field to watch the Phillies ace throw a 129-pitch no-hitter at baseballs most historic ballpark.
A day later, the talks have intensified...
The Stark Report on 7.9.15:
Jayson Stark called in for his weekly appearance on 97.3 ESPN FM to discuss all things Phillies. Stark had a report yesterday saying that the Ruben Amaro was close to deal(s) involving Johnathan Papelbon, but was told to "pull back" by the organization...
Wednesday 7.8.15 on The Sports Bash:
Ryan Lawrence of the Philadelphia Daily News called in from Los Angeles to talk about the latest news surrounding Chase Utley. Ruben Amaro told the media yesterday that he doesnt view Chase Utley as the 2B of this team with the emergence of César Hernández, calling him "the best 2B on the team...