Marcus Hayes

1 week ago | inquirer.com | Marcus Hayes

I’ve never seen J.T. Realmuto so hopeless at the plate. It’s as if he’s lost his timing; as if he cannot recognize pitches out of the pitcher’s hand; as if he forgets the scouting report and pitchers’ tendencies. He looks like he’s guessing about what’s coming next and guessing about where it’s coming before the pitcher even begins his windup. He’s tough as nails, smarter than a whip, a man of high character and unmatched professionalism. However, he is 34, and he is painful to watch.

1 week ago | inquirer.com | Marcus Hayes

The Phillies avoided the pain of José “10 Cups” Alvarado’s absence for seven days and seven games, but then came Sunday, and well-worn Matt Strahm against a potent A’s offense in their minor-league squat, and that was the end of all the winning. This was the worst the Phillies have missed their caffeinated closer, and maybe the first time, but it won’t be the last. Bury Strahm if you like, but only six other pitchers with at least 24 appearances have at least two saves.

2 weeks ago | inquirer.com | Marcus Hayes

After 50 games, the Phillies somehow have the best record in the National League. Thank Dealin’ Dave and Topper. After series sweeps of the Pirates and Rockies, they’ve won seven of their last eight series, 19 of 24 games, and seven games in a row as they enter a weekend series Friday in Sacramento, the temporary home of the former Oakland A’s. They stood alone despite lacking No. 2 starter Aaron Nola, who was bad, then was injured.

2 weeks ago | thedailynewsonline.com | Marcus Hayes

PHILADELPHIA — If the Eagles have a sense of humor, regardless of score or field position, the first play they run in their season opener against Dallas on the night of Thursday, Sept. 4, will be the Tush Push. It would be a fitting middle finger at a league that so deeply resents the town and the team that it tried to legislate a completely legitimate play that is the essence of football: strength vs. strength.

2 weeks ago | gazettextra.com | Marcus Hayes

PHILADELPHIA - If the Eagles have a sense of humor, regardless of score or field position, the first play they run in their season opener against Dallas on the night of Thursday, Sept. 4, will be the Tush Push. It would be a fitting middle finger at a league that so deeply resents the town and the team that it tried to legislate a completely legitimate play that is the essence of football: strength vs. strength. Copyright 2025 Tribune Content Agency.