Craig Kimbrel

Alek Thomas of the Diamondbacks hits a game-tying pinch-homer against the Phillies in Game Four of the 2023 NLCS

2023 NLCS: Thomas, Moreno Rally Diamondbacks Past Phillies to Even Series

Diamondbacks 6, Phillies 5; Series Tied, 2–2 PHOENIX, Oct. 20 — A dramatic eighth-inning pinch-hit homer by Alek Thomas and RBI single by Gabriel Moreno gave the Arizona Diamondbacks three runs in the bottom of the eighth, propelling them to a come-from-behind 6–5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies Friday night and evening the best-of-seven NLCS […]

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Diamondbacks players pouring onto the field to celebrate Ketel Marte's game-winning single in Game Three of the 2023 NLCS against the Phillies

2023 NLCS: Marte the Walk-off Hero as Diamondbacks Edge Phillies

Diamondbacks 2, Phillies 1; Phillies Lead Series, 2–1 PHOENIX, Oct. 19 — For the first time since 2001, the Arizona Diamondbacks have won a game in the National League Championship Series. And they did so in the same way 2001 ended for the Diamondbacks — a walk-off single with the bases loaded. This time, the […]

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Philadelphia Phillies reliever Jose Alvarado walking off the mound against the San Francisco Giants

A Healthy Jose Alvarado is Beneficial for the Phillies

A Healthy Jose Alvarado is Beneficial to the Phillies A healthy Jose Alvarado is beneficial for the Philadelphia Phillies and their relief corps. When healthy, he is as effective as any reliever in baseball. He has superb velocity and movement with his pitches. Alvarado has also shown that keen ability to dominate both left- and […]

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Craig Kimbrel

Craig Kimbrel Reaches 400 Saves

Craig Kimbrel is known for a few things. One of the most dominant runs as a closer in baseball history, a triple digit fastball, and his pre-pitch stare. On Friday evening, he added another accomplishment he will be remembered for, for years to come. Kimbrel joins an exclusive list of just eight pitchers who have […]

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Phillies manager Rob Thomson claps during a game. Whether the Phillies recover depends on Thomson getting the most out of his team.

Can the Philadelphia Phillies Recover? They Certainly Have the Talent.

Can the Philadelphia Phillies recover and do another magical run like the one that led them to the 2022 World Series? Right now — no sugar-coating it — offensively, starting pitching, bullpen, and defensively this team is simply not playing good baseball. Offense They are ranked number eight in hitting with a .261 average. However, […]

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Craig Kimbrel Signs a One Year Deal

Craig Kimbrel signs a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Phillies. The story was first reported by The Athletic. It is worth $10 million and is a surprise as the 14-year veteran had an up-and-down year with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2022. Struggled in 2022 Kimbrel showed signs of success, as he had 22 saves. […]

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Kenley Jansen

Kenley Jansen Agrees to Terms with Red Sox; Two Years, $32 Million

Kenley Jansen, Red Sox Agree to Two Years, $32 Million Free-agent closer Kenley Jansen agreed to terms with the Boston Red Sox Wednesday morning, ESPN.com’s Jeff Passan reported in a tweet. The deal is reportedly worth $32 million dollars across two years. Jansen, 35, is in second place on the active career saves list (391), […]

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