Pigs and Bisons split DH on Sunday Afternoon
Dustin Peterson combined to finish 4-for-6 on the afternoon (Allentown, PA) – The Lehigh Valley IronPigs (19-17) and Buffalo Bisons (20-16) split their doubleheader on Sunday afternoon. The Bisons won game one 10-5, while the IronPigs won game two 7-5. Game 1 The Bisons scored five runs against Colton Eastman
Phillies' Appel taking 'indefinite break'
What once looked like one of the most promising careers in the Minor Leagues might be coming to an end. It's at least being put on hold. Phillies right-hander Mark Appel, the No. 1 overall pick by the Astros in the 2013 Draft, is taking an "indefinite break" from baseball. He
Phillies DFA 2013 No. 1 Draft pick Appel
Another chapter began in the saga of Mark Appel on Monday.An hour and 57 minutes ahead of the deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 Draft by adding them to 40-man roster, the Phillies announced that the 26-year-old right-hander has been designated for assignment.
Appel rolls to new heights with IronPigs
Coming off of right elbow surgery, Mark Appel knew that the first half of his 2017 season would probably include choppy waters. But after battling inconsistency for seven weeks, the right-hander finds himself in the midst of one of the best stretches of his professional career.Appel came within two outs
Appel, Hoskins Lead Pigs To Shutout Victory
Rhys Hoskins launched two solo home runs to take control of the International League lead in homers with his 17th home run, and Cameron Perkins led off the game with a solo home run as the IronPigs (46-24) shutout the Pawtucket Red Sox (34-33) Monday night at McCoy Stadium.
Pigs Hold Off RailRiders, Win 3-2
The IronPigs (41-19) held on for a 3-2 victory over the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (33-24) Thursday night at Coca-Cola Park before 7,548 fans.
Pigs Sweep Bats, Win Finale 3-1
The IronPigs (35-15) picked up a 3-1 victory and a four-game series sweep of the Louisville Bats (16-33) in front of 8,011 fans Monday afternoon at Coca-Cola Park.
Phillies Prospect Primer: Lots on doorstep
Some players are on the verge of stardom, others are entering a crucial phase of their development and still others are getting their first tastes of full-season ball. With the 2017 season approaching, MiLB.com takes a look at the most intriguing prospects from each MLB organization.Shining star: J.P. Crawford, SSCrawford
Phillies Triple-A Tie Pirates, 2-2
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Phillies Triple-A Fall To Yankees, 4-2
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Mets reassign top prospect Rosario
Amed Rosario may be the Mets' shortstop of the future, but his time with the big league club has come to an end this spring. New York's top prospect was one of six players the team reassigned to Minor League camp on Tuesday.MLB.com's No. 5 overall prospect, Rosario hit .267
Phillies' Appel ripe for return to mound
It comes with the territory of being the first overall pick in the First-Year Player Draft. Fans have been anticipating the Major League debut of Mark Appel since he was chosen first by the Astros in 2013, and last year, it seemed like they wouldn't have to wait much longer.
Appel, Phillies hit reset button at camp
When Mark Appel got to Clearwater for Spring Training, there was something different.It wasn't just the change of uniform or the new venue following his trade from the Astros. He felt different."I think that being able to hit the reset button with the new organization and go about things with
Appel leads Grizzlies to first PCL title
The scene in the Fresno locker room late Sunday afternoon was one of elation. Players jumped around, spraying each other with Champagne, after producing the franchise's first Pacific Coast League championship. "What a great feeling," Grizzlies manager Tony DeFrancesco said. "The fans supported us every playoff game. It was a