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Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Threshers Game Rained Out

The Threshers game against the Ft. Myers Miracle is rained out, according to the Threshers.

The Threshers game against the Ft. Myers Miracle is rained out, according to a post on the Threshers Baseball Facebook page. The teams expected to play at 1 p.m. at Bright House Field. However, they were "in a holding pattern" around game time, according to an update on the Threshers Baseball Facebook page. It was not until about 3:30 p.m. that another update cancelling the game was posted. Sign up for the free Clearwater Patch email newsletter to stay connected to your community.

Friday, April 5, 2013

Threshers Open Season With Fireworks Against Dunedin Blue Jays

The Threshers start the season with a game against the Dunedin Blue Jays Friday at Bright House Field.

The Threshers look to pick up where they left off last season, with a win against the Dunedin Blue Jays. The team opens its 10th minor league season at home against its cross-town rival Friday at Bright House Field. A fireworks display is planned for after the game. It is manager Chris Truby’s second season as manager. The Threshers missed the playoffs by one game in 2012. The Threshers roster features eight players who spent some of the 2012 season in Clearwater including pitcher Perci Garner, 7-9, 4.84 ERA, and second baseman Carlos Alonso who batted .278 with 40 RBIs. Fresh Threshers (players to watch): Maikel Franco .280, 14 HR, 84 RBIs Hoby Milner, 7-3, 2.50 ERA, 54 strikeouts. Colin Kleven, 9-8, 3.99 ERA, 119 strikeouts. What: …

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Spring Training

Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Blue Jays

Roy Halladay starts as the Phillies play the Blue Jays in the final Spring Training game in Clearwater at 1:05 p.m. Thursday at Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road.

Roy Halladay gets a final Spring Training tune up when he starts for the Phillies against the Blue Jays in the final Grapefruit League game Thursday at Bright House Field. Brandon Morrow is expected to start for the Blue Jays, according to mlb.com. Sergio Santos and Brett Cecil are also expected to pitch. Halladay's performace has been a question. He allowed 11 of 18 batters to reach base in a minor league game Saturday, March 23 at the Carpenter Complex, according to mlb.com. Before that, he picked up a no decision after giving up a hit, a walk and a strikeout before leaving after an inning with a stomach virus against the Orioles March 17.  Halladay is slated to start the season Wednesday, April 3 against the Braves. Related coverage:  …

Sunday, March 24, 2013

Spring Training

Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Red Sox

The Phillies play the Red Sox at 1:05 p.m. Sunday at Bright House Field.

Cliff Lee gets a final tune up before the Phillies' regular season with a start against the Red Sox Sunday. Brandon Workman starts for the Red Sox, according to mlb.com. Jacoby Ellsbury, Dustin Pedroia, Mike Napoli, Will Middlebrooks, Shane Victorino, Jonny Gomes and Jarrod Saltalamacchia are also expected in the lineup, according to mlb.com. Lee gave up five runs on six hits, two walks and two strikeouts in his last appearance March 14 against the Yankees.  Jeremy Horst, Mike Stutes and Jonathan Papelbon are expected to pitch for the Phillies, according to mlb.com. Phillies vs. Red Sox Starters: Cliff Lee, Brandon Workman When: 1:05 p.m. Sunday, March 24 Where: Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road Sign up for the free Clearwater …

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Spring Training

Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Yankees

Derek Jeter is expected to make his first road trip of Spring Training against the Phillies Tuesday at Bright House Field.

The 'Captain' is coming to Clearwater. Derek Jeter is expected to make his first road trip of Spring Training against the Phillies Tuesday at Bright House Field, according to mlb.com. Kyle Kendrick starts the game for the Phillies and closer Jonathan Papelbon, Mike Adams, Chad Durbin and Raul Valdes are also expected to pitch, according to mlb.com. Kendrick gave up three runs on five hits over four inning in his last start against the Tampa Bay Rays March 8, according to mlb.com. Adam Warren is expected to start for the Yankees, according to mlb.com. Phillies vs. Yankees Starters: Kyle Kendrick, Adam Warren When: 1:05 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 Where: Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road Sign up for the free Clearwater Patch email …

Sunday, March 17, 2013

Spring Training

Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Orioles

Roy Halladay returns to the mound for the Phillies after giving up six hits and seven earned runs over two and 2/3 inning against the Tigers March 12.

The Phillies play an Orioles' split squad Sunday at Bright House Field. Roy Halladay returns to the mound for the Phillies after giving up six hits and seven earned runs over two and 2/3 inning against the Tigers March 12, according to mlb.com. Jason Hammel gets the start for the Orioles in Clearwater, according to mlb.com. The Orioles also play the Twins in Sarasota. Phillies vs. Orioles Starters: Roy Halladay, Jason Hammel When: 1:05 p.m. Sunday, March 17 Where: Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road Sign up for the free Clearwater Patch email newsletter to stay connected to your community. Here is a list of the spring training games planned for Bright House Field: March 26 March 28 *All home games start at 1:05 p.m. Related …

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Spring Training

Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Pirates

It's a Pennsylvania showdown in the Sunshine State as the Phillies play the Pirates Thursday at Bright House Field.

It's a Pennsylvania showdown in the Sunshine State as the Phillies play the Pirates Thursday at Bright House Field. Aaron Cook starts for the Phillies, according to mlb.com. Jonathan Papelbon, Jake Diekman, Rodrigo Lopez, Phillippe Aumont and Cesar Jimenez are also expected to pitch. Kyle McPherson starts for the Pirates, according to mlb.com. Phillies vs. Pirates Starters: Aaron Cook, Kyle McPherson When: 1:05 p.m. Thursday, March 14 Where: Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road Sign up for the free Clearwater Patch email newsletter to stay connected to your community. Here is a list of the spring training games planned for Bright House Field: March 26 March 28 *All home games start at 1:05 p.m. Related coverage: 

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Spring Training

Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Tigers

Roy Halladay starts against the Tigers at 1:05 p.m. Tuesday at Bright House Field.

Roy Halladay gets his fourth start of the Grapefruit League season Tuesday at Bright House Field. Antonio Bastardo, Jeremy Horst, Raul Valdes, Jake Diekman, Mike Adams and closer Jonathan Papelbon are also expected to pitch, according to mlb.com. Drew Smyly starts for the Tigers. Al Alburquerque, Luke Putkonen, Joaquin Benoit and Darin Downs are also expected to pitch for the Tigers, according to mlb.com. Halladay gave up a walk and two hits, while striking out two over four innings in his last start against the Nationals March 6. Phillies vs. Tigers Starters: Roy Halladay, Drew Smyly When: 1:05 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 Where: Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road Sign up for the free Clearwater Patch email newsletter to stay connected…

Monday, March 11, 2013

Spring Training

VIDEO: Hooters Girl Makes Foul Play on Fair Ball at Phillies Game

The Rays' Shelley Duncan was awarded a double after the ball girl fielded a fair ball and threw it into the stands.

A Hooters girl, who was a ball girl for a weekend Rays and Phillies game in Clearwater, could only bury her face into her glove after she accidentally fielded a fair ball and threw it into the stands. The play resulted in a double for Rays outfielder/first baseman Shelley Duncan after the ball girl grabbed the ball he hit sharply down the third baseline.  According to the Tampa Bay Times, Rays manager Joe Maddon was complimentary of the woman's play on the ball.  "I thought she presented her hands to the ball very well also," Maddon told the Times. "The overall package was very, um, efficient." Watch the video above on YouTube.  Sign up for the free Clearwater Patch email newsletter to stay connected to your community.

Saturday, March 9, 2013

Spring Training

Grapefruit League Preview: Phillies vs. Rays

The Phillies play the Rays at 1:05 p.m. Saturday, March 9, at Bright House Field.

John Lannan, who the Phillies picked up in the off season, starts the Spring Training game against the Rays Saturday at Bright House Field. Closer Jonathan Papelbon also is expected to pitch for the Phillies, according to mlb.com. Papelbon gave up two runs on two hits and a walk while striking out two in his last appearance March 1 against the Yankees. Jeff Neimann starts for the Rays, according to mlb.com. Jeremy Hellickson and Alex Colome are also expected to pitch. Phillies vs. Rays Starters: John Lannan, Jeff Neimann When: 1:05 p.m. Saturday, March 9 Where: Bright House Field, 601 N Old Coachman Road Sign up for the free Clearwater Patch email newsletter to stay connected to your community. Here is a list of the spring training games …

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