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  • Who is the Phillies closer?

    Ian Kennedy, acquired at Friday’s trade deadline from the Rangers, will be the closer. The 36-year-old right-hander was having a strong season saving games for Texas, going 16 for 17 with a 2.51 ERA and . 270 opponents’ on-base percentage. The Phillies’ rotation has been…

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  • Which pitcher has the most blown saves?

    Career Regular season Player Blown saves Saves Gary Lavelle L 81 136 Mariano Rivera † 80 652 Mike Timlin 141 Also, Who currently owns the Phillies? Executive Management Title Name Manager, Ownership Christa Linzey Coordinator, Executive Office Amy Harris Special Advisor Mike Schmidt Special Advisor…

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  • Is Hector Neris the closer?

    The Phillies are shuffling up their bullpen, as manager Joe Girardi announced to reporters today that lefty Jose Alvarado will be first in line for save opportunities for now (Twitter link via Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer). Also, How many blown saves does Hector…

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