Tag Archives: Philadelphia Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies vs Colorado Rockies – April 27, 2022

Posted on May 6, 2022 by Mike McCann

Usually I don’t go to games when gametime temperature is below 50 degrees, but I was offered a ticket to this April Phillies game.  While I had to be bundled up, it was still a fun game to watch.  The … Continue reading →

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Philadelphia Phillies vs Miami Marlins – July 17, 2021

Posted on July 18, 2021 by Mike McCann

I made it to my first Phillies game of the year yesterday seeing them host the Marlins on a stormy night.  The game started out well for the Phillies as they scored two unearned runs in the bottom of the … Continue reading →

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Lakewood Changes Name to Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Posted on October 23, 2020 by Mike McCann

The Lakewood BlueClaws have changed their name to the Jersey Shore BlueClaws.  I’ve never been a fan of team names that contain a region instead of a city, but I’m surprised that they didn’t make this change earlier since Lakewood … Continue reading →

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Autographs from Lehigh Valley – Rochester Game – July 8, 2018

Posted on August 12, 2018 by Mike McCann

When I attended the Lehigh Valley IronPigs game last month, I also made an attempt to get some autographs.  I decided to try the Rochester Red Wings side since I had more cards from their players, which is how I … Continue reading →

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Lehigh Valley IronPigs vs Rochester Red Wings – July 8, 2018

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Mike McCann

I hadn’t been to an IronPigs game since April 2008, but I finally had an opportunity to return last month.  It was a good game as the IronPigs rallied from a 5-2 deficit and won 7-6 in 10 innings.  The … Continue reading →

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Omaha Storm Chasers extend PDC with Royals to 2020

Posted on July 21, 2018 by Mike McCann

The Omaha Storm Chasers have extended their player development contract with the Royals to 2020.  Omaha has been the Royals AAA affiliate since 1969, which was the Royals inaugural season.  This is the third longest affiliation between a major and … Continue reading →

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Aaron Boone New York Yankees Manager Signing – June 25, 2018

Posted on July 19, 2018 by Mike McCann

On June 25, I was able to attend the Bull Session Radio Show at Chickie and Pete’s in South Philadelphia.  The show is hosted by Dan Baker and former Phillies player Greg Luzinski and they typically have a current or … Continue reading →

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Philadelphia Phillies vs St. Louis Cardinals – June 20, 2018

Posted on July 6, 2018 by Mike McCann

I was able to see my first Phillies game of the year recently.  I wanted to keep my streak going of seeing at least one Phillies game each season since they started playing in Citizens Bank Park and this was … Continue reading →

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Autographs from Reading – Portland Game – May 15, 2018

Posted on May 17, 2018 by Mike McCann

I always talk about Reading games as a great place for autographs and this was no exception.  I got to the game about 30 minutes before game time since they indicated that gates were opening 15 minutes before game time, … Continue reading →

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Andrew Knapp Philadelphia Phillies Signing – May 7, 2018

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Mike McCann

On May 7, I was able to attend the Bull Session Radio Show at Chickie and Pete’s in South Philadelphia.  The show is hosted by Dan Baker and former Phillies player Greg Luzinski and they typically have a current or … Continue reading →

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