Feeling Good

Hey everyone. Sorry it's been a while since I've checked in. I've been feeling very good lately on the mound which has been encouraging. I'm hoping to build on that and make the most of what is left of this season. Also, my last two outings I've worn my Oakley prescription glasses and they have worked out well. So at least seeing the signs won't be an issue anymore, haha. There have been more than a few requests for pictures in the new specs. Not sure if there are any out there yet. I'll work on that. I'm always open for new blog ideas so if you have any feel free to message me and or leave them as comments. As many of you know I'm really into music. So one thing I was thinking about doing was making mini playlists and sharing with everyone what I'll be listening to before each start. On that note, I'll leave you with what's about to play on my iTunes. Have a great night! Here I Am- UB40 Inside the Fire- Disturbed Far Behind- Candlebox Rebirthing- Skillet Riot- Three Days Grace

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Ishmael430 said August 19, 2008

Great to hear from you, Phil. I can't wait for your next start!
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mysportsrumors said August 19, 2008

can't wait to see you back on the mound. hopefully u get the call saturday instead carl!
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zellyanks91 said August 19, 2008

Glad to hear from you. It seems that Pavano has a stiff neck..so maybe you will get the call! I would love to see the glasses you were wearing..I don't think photos came out yet, but not sure. It will be a real shame if you don't get the call over Pavano because of one bad outing. Hope to see you in the majors soon.

Kevin
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acepoint41 said August 19, 2008

hope they pick you for saturday!!
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zellyanks91 said August 19, 2008

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- ayJbay7 replied August 20, 2008
  
  lol wow
  pretty effin sweet
diamond23dust said August 19, 2008

I'm so glad to hear you're feeling better!

There are actually some pics online (not mine) of you pitching with the glasses. There's a gallery here: http://evizions.com/scranton/ with some good pics towards the middle.

I think they look good :-) The most important thing is they help with seeing the signs...I know from personal experience that even a slight prescription in glasses / contacts can make a pretty big difference.

As for the blogging, just keep being yourself and writing about what's important to you. I really like the insights you provide and how "real" you are.

Take care & good luck in your next start.

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Dewey said August 20, 2008

Who on the Yankees listens to the worst music?
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- squints replied August 20, 2008
  
  Dewey, you mean worse than Phil's taste right?
  - melkyway28 replied August 20, 2008
    
    HOPE YOUR COMING TO THE MAJORS SOON!!!
    LOVE,JEANA
melkyway28 said August 20, 2008

HEY PHIL! Thank u for the autograph tonight!! glad your feelin better!
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goodbyetonight said August 20, 2008

Those glasses look sick.
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norcross77 said August 20, 2008

I heard that Breaking Benjamin is about finished with their new album, have you gotten any advanced tracks from it?
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cincysportsart said August 20, 2008

You gonna break out a Ricky Vaughn haircut with the new specs?...I think it would be a nice touch personally. And, by the way, nice choice on "Riot" by Three Days Grace, great tune. Some other suggestions: Dreamin' by Weezer, or Everybody Get Dangerous also by Weezer (my fav. band by far), Paper Planes by M.I.A. (from "Pineapple Express" trailors), and an old-school metal tune, Walk by Pantera.

Either way, great to see you getting closer to pitching in the "bigs" again soon! Best of luck!
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fantasyyankees said August 20, 2008

I am psyched for you to come back! And when are you going to start the blog contests to win autographs!!?!
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yankeegirl34 said August 20, 2008

Love the glasses! haha. I was so excited to hear that you may possibly start for the Yanks soon. I'm so happy you're feeling better! Please post some contest details soon =)
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TorontoMatt said August 20, 2008

Phil, check out the new song by Rise Against called Re-Education (Through Labor), it rocks. Can't wait to see you on the mound.
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xsandman42x said August 19, 2008

Hey Phil, looking forward to you coming back, although it might be a little too late for this team. Since you're a big Metallica fan, are you excited about Death Magnetic. Have you heard them playing "Cyanide" at Ozzfest. It's pretty good. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzxoMpfNwEM
And their single should be released to radio this week.
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SheriffJoe said August 19, 2008

Glad to hear you're feeling good. Can't wait to see you back in the bigs!
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YankeePride13 said August 19, 2008

hey phil,
I would have sent you a message with this info but I don't see your e-mail address. Anyway, theres this website :
http://www.last.fm/
Basically, you download the "audio scrobbler" plug in for itunes (or whatever u use to play music) and it records what you listen to. Then they have these things you can put on your site (or in your case blog) where it will automatically show what was last played. It's really cool, if you need/want anymore info on it, heres my email address:
bronxbomber2k7@gmail.com
Heres my last.fm page:
http://www.last.fm/user/YankeePride13
If you add the app, add me as a friend dude
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cthughesfan65 said August 19, 2008

so glad you're feeling better, Phil, we miss you in the rotation! Hope to see you start on Saturday in Baltimore!!
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yanks26ngoin said August 19, 2008

Hey Phil, good to hear. I found some pictures of you with the glasses. I believe from Sundays start in Scranton.
Heres the link: http://evizions.com/scranton/
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NYYAviator22 said August 19, 2008

alright phil! hope the specs work out for ya, hopefully you'll be back lightin up that gun in THE stadium soon!
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Pride27 said August 19, 2008

Phil - If you're going on Saturday better ask Allah (or diety of choice) for some runs....
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Ihateumps17 said August 19, 2008

Whats up with you giving your number to Marte? I bought your jersey 5 days before the trade.
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jobaxphilxian said August 20, 2008

omg yay! I'm glad you're feeling better, Phil! OMG we really need you for the next week. I hope you come up for the open start on Saturday .. we really need you !! looking forward to seeing you & your new glasses =D
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JackBam said August 20, 2008

I'm glad you are feeling better Phil. I think it is probably too late to help the big guys though.
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Wh1tman said August 20, 2008

Hey Phil! I'm hoping they call you up this weekend, nothing against Pavano, but you deserve it more. We still have a shot at the playoffs, with 6 games left against the Red Sux and 6 against Tampa, it's not over yet, and we cant do it without ya. There is no doubt in my mind that when it's all said and done, that you will go down as one of the greatest Yankees pitchers of all time.
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Franchise65 said August 20, 2008

Phil, Saturday start? Will be in Baltimore so hope so. And are we brining the old 65 back permanently?
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hannon44 said August 20, 2008

Make that call to Oakley HQ and get yourself an endorsement deal!

Can't wait for you to get back with the team. Hopefully you can provide a "punch in the arm," the team needs it...and remember...throw 2-1 Changeups!

...let us know if your done changing uniform numbers...I want to buy a jersey!

peace!
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9nine9 said August 20, 2008

Get ready to pitch Saturday. Pavano has a stiff neck. LOL!
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yankees34 said August 20, 2008

Glad to see you are feeling better! Can not wait to see you back on the mound in the Stadium. I heard maybe Friday or Saturday since Geise is on the DL. Oh and looking good in those glasses!
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Staceyx3nyy said August 20, 2008

Hopefully we'll be seeing you and your news specs on Saturday! :P We need the Phil Hughes we thought we would be seeing back in April!

p.s. I love three days grace!
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zellyanks91 said August 20, 2008

I forgot to mention..love the new number . :) You should have never changed it int he first place..65 is the way to go.

Kevin
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hjames34 said August 20, 2008

Cant wait to see you back with the yanks Phil. Do you know if you're going to be starting this Saturday?
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yanks4ever13 said August 20, 2008

Glad to know you can see while you're on the mound. Seeing is good :) ha ha!
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yankees315 said August 20, 2008

dude i cant wait till you get back then we will win the pennet!
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aroddamonjeter said August 20, 2008

Hey Phil great to hear you are doing good, especially on my birthday :) (the 19th), it's good to get some positive out of this tough season for the yanks. Hopefully you can play a key role in the rest of the yankees season and come back as a strong #3 (or #4 if we get C.C.) next year.

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laurbear28 said August 20, 2008

I am a fan of the new glasses...looking good!
Good Luck! Hope to see you saturday!!!
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NYMetsGirl said August 20, 2008

You look hot in the glasses. Now the hitters will know that you can see the signs and know what you are doing they could really be afraid of your stuff.

Good luck with the rehab and come back soon!
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Kennedyhughes said August 20, 2008

Nice choice on the glasses they look great, Good luck with the rehab and I know the yankees need a great pitcher at this time. Do you know how Chin-ming -wang has been doing lately? I hope your pitching on Saturday. I miss watching your pitching
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fabolouzcass said August 20, 2008

you are my favorite pitcher simply because you are the best looking <3 you better be pitching in the bronx asap so i can see you soon!
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Stef619 said August 20, 2008

Phil...keep the rehab going! "Here I Am" is a Killer song! love UB40....also "Far Behind". I look forward to seeing you back in the Bronx real soon! Good luck!
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nyy4life said August 20, 2008

Hi Phil, I'm glad things are getting better and you are getting healthier. This year is almost like a lost year for you so we, as well as you, are anxiously awaiting to see you back out on the mound.
Any word on what uniform number you will be wearing??
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CABON9 said August 20, 2008

Glad to hear that you are feeling better. Anxiously awaiting to seeing you back on the mound in the Bronx wearing the glasses! I definitely like the idea of you sharing your pre-start playlist. Very cool of you.
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yankeeschick said August 20, 2008

Glad to hear your feeling better, I hope you get the start on Saturday.
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melkyway28 said August 20, 2008

Glad that your feeling better Phil, Thanks again for the picture you took last night with me and the autograph as well!! Best of luck with everything Phil!!!
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Flagsgirl said August 20, 2008

Phil,
Saw you pitch in Pawtucket. You looked good. I hope you're feeling good!
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Shanny14fan said August 20, 2008

good to hear from you Phil!!!
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alaina1424 said August 20, 2008

I really hope they call you up to pitch for the yankees in baltimore satuday.
I will be there as my late birthday gift and am praying you are there. But even if you are not I'm still going to wear my Phil Hughes shirt no matter what. GET BACK SOON!!
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IloveQuinoa said August 21, 2008

DUDE!!! Get back soon!!! We need you mucho pronto! Don't forget to eat your Wheaties, Yer spinach, and Take a shot of wheatgrass whil eyou are at it-we want you to be healthy AND STAY healthy! You have a Cy Young waiting for you in the near future.

BTW-what is your nutritional strategy while you have been rehabing?
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IVSPORT said August 21, 2008

I think the glasses will be a key to his return to prominence in the big leagues. Hughes better get the ball on Saturday over Pavano, he's a joke. The Yankees need to realize they're out of the race, release Pavano and give Hughes a few starts in September so he can be the staff ace in 2009.
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inphilwetrust said August 21, 2008

i really liked the easter contest you should do something like that again
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chris13 said August 21, 2008

wat up i hope you make a big impact on the mound
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yanks34 said August 21, 2008

Hey Phil!! I was at that game you pitched in Pawtucket a few weeks ago! It was so cool to see you pitch, I got to see you from behind the bullpen while you were warming up! Just wanted to wish you luck and hope to see you back soon! Also, the glasses looked really good!
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marydesmith said August 21, 2008

I just heard that Pavano is taking the mound in Baltimore Saturday. This is a sad, sad day.
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NYY426 said August 21, 2008

Hey Phil, it's good to see you pitching again.
Oh yeah, you should check out this band called Chronic Future. In my opinion, their 2 best songs are New York, NY and Memories in f minor.
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cocoanut said August 21, 2008

Phil - I'm a big Yankee fan and i believe in you and the talent you posses. I think you can work on some mental toughness to get you through the days where you dont have your best stuff. All in all..i know you will be a great pitcher in the bigs real soon and i cant wait to see you dominate the league.
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sambhikh said August 21, 2008

Phil,
Good to know you are feeling well. Hopefully, you will pitch in the big leagues soon.
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yankeeschick said August 21, 2008

mary- Yep it is a very sad day. :-(
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unclebrood said August 21, 2008

PHIL, KEEP DEALING! Yankee fans can't wait for you to get back to New York!
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MBSJR86 said August 21, 2008

Keep it up man..we need you back.
And I know you're a Metallica fan...they have a new single out today called "The Day That Never Comes" and it's pretty legit....check it out.
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yoitsvic1126 said August 21, 2008

wasup phil glad u feelin better my man...heard carls gettin the start on sat...dont sweat it ull get ur chance, u kno u gon be in the rotation next yr...im keepin the faith for the playoffs...U CAN DO IT!!! peace kid
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jobaxphilxian said August 22, 2008

omg i can't believe they didn't give you the start!! i totally thought you were gonna get it .. you deserved it so much better & i would feel more comfortable with you on the mound because you are 100% a guaranteed victory BECAUSE YOU ROCK. LOL!
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elbrav0 said August 22, 2008

so yeah, i cant believe they gave the start to pavano. i thought you were a shoe in because you were pitching AAA. oh well im sure we will see you soon...keep your head up and keep smiling...
dude those specks are rocking....but ub40, not rocking......check out cobra starship, ludo, the audition and senses fail.
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elbrav0 said August 22, 2008

hey did you check out the warped tour while you were in scranton?
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me31blog said August 23, 2008

Not your greatest two outings Phil. I know you have it but you have to believe in it. Last year you were great, get yourself back and better than ever. I dont know what happened with you in the past two weeks or so but i know you can get it back and you will.
3 IP, 10 H, 8 ER Last Start vs Lehigh Valley
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me31blog said August 23, 2008

Prove You Can Be In The Rotation. Also go back to the long socks I think that worked better for you in a superstitious kind of way.
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zellyanks91 said August 23, 2008

Phil where are you? Pavano blows. I don't care if you have been struggling..you deserve to get the call.

Kevin
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- ayJbay7 replied August 23, 2008
  
  No he doesn't. He needs to earn it.
NicNatNY said August 23, 2008

Cool glasses. Im mad that they gave the start to Pavano and not you. Its going to be a very interesting game on Saturday.........

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baseballfan1 said August 23, 2008

what wrong with you are hurt because your velocity was down your last start also i think you have a good fastball and a great curve ball and you just have to work on your changeup I also want to see you challenge hitters
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nicejob34 said August 23, 2008

A few things Phil...
1) I thought you were supposed to be a power pitcher. But now, any time you don't have exacting control of all your pitches, you get torched. And last night, the beating comes at the hands of BY FAR THE WORST offense and team in the International League.

2) You have fallen SO far that your own franchise is now choosing Carl freakin' Pavano over you when they need a starter.

3) I don't know if you've noticed, but when it comes to AAA and the majors, your bad performances FAR outnumber your good ones. You pitching well is now the exception, not the rule. Perhaps you should go back to A ball or AA where your stuff is good enough to dominate hitters, because you are obviously not fooling anybody at the higher level... even the really bad teams are ripping you apart.
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yankeesgirl08 said August 23, 2008

Phil-
So I'm in college currently studying molecular biology but in all seriousness my calling in life is to be a bat girl for the Yankees. So if you can help me out with that I would really appreciate, my parents not so much. Good luck and I'm sure you'll be starting soon.
Jillian S
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goyanks26 said August 24, 2008

Phil, you are a fantastic pitcher, the yanks need someone like you, they cant rely on Sydney Ponson. He either has a really good game, or a terrible game, get better soon.
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j4yeah said August 22, 2008

Phil Hughes I like your choice of music.
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Starlight23 said August 22, 2008

Hi Phil! I saw the box score for tonights game - Don't even let that get you down because 1) You and your glasses are badass and you'll be back on a reign of destruction against opposing hitters before you know it!! and 2) "Back here in Scranton you are still top dog in a fairly large pond!"

I don't know if this has been brought up before but have you ever seen the show "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia"? It's on FX but I didn't know about it until someone gave me the dvd's of seasons 1 & 2 recently. It has the same type of sick humor as Family Guy so it's a pretty awesome show. If you've never seen it you should check it out!

Take care : )
~ Stacey
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acepoint41 said August 24, 2008

agreed about "It's always sunny" also i think you'll really like arrested development
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Scott1994 said August 25, 2008

Phil do you think youll be back in the mjors this year? I'd like to see number 34 on the mound in one of the last games in Yankee stadium
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Yankeesgirl said August 25, 2008

Hi Phil,
you look really good with your new glasses.Hope to see you soon at Yankees mound.
Do you know??When I went to NewYork this summer,I've bought your photo with your sighment!!
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Ishmael430 said August 26, 2008

Phil,
I've heard reports that you're throwing a cutter now. Did you drop one of your other pitches for it? What made you want to make the change?
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dsuponski said August 26, 2008

Hey Phil, thanks for signing for me at the hotel in scranton, was pretty awesome, well go luck this rest of the year and hope to see you with the big club sooner then later.
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dsuponski said August 26, 2008

Hey Phil, thanks for signing and talking with me a little bit in the lobby at the hotel, it was pretty awesome. good luck the rest of the season and hope to see you with the big club sooner rather then later!!
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jobaxphilxian said August 26, 2008

hi phil! uhm i was just thinking, and are you considering contacts? i know you just got the glasses, but i play sports and everything, and when i used to use my glasses it was harder. but now that i have contacts, i see sharper and clearer than i ever did with glasses . it's just something to think about when you get tired and annoyed at the glasses - trust me, it's gonna happen .
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yankee7777 said August 26, 2008

Phil, it has to be a disappointment to be in the minors when the parent club needs a good pitcher. Being a decent golfer, I know that the mental approach is as important as the physical approach. I hope that you are feeling good about yourself and trust your stuff. It seems as though the pitchers with control will outdo those who have velocity and no command. I hope you are working on command and if you are, you have enough to be a good winner with the Yankees. I hiope you have a good last month of the year.
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NYYOwnUAll said August 26, 2008

great playlist, i actually tried listening to the new metallica and its awful, man i miss the good ol times
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YankeesFan27 said August 26, 2008

Just listened to Riot. I'm not into that kind of music usually but I love that song. Hope you're back in the bigs sometime soon.

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zellyanks91 said August 27, 2008

Phil is looking great tonight.. 4IP 4H 1ER 1BB 5K

Kevin
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diamond23dust said August 27, 2008

I'm also listening to the game

Phil's final line: 6.1 IP, 6 H, 2 ER, 1 BB, 7 K
87 pitches, 61 strikes

Sounds like he has good command of his curve and changeup

Good outing

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Starlight23 said August 27, 2008

Phil, good job against Buffalo! I wish I had watched your game online instead of sitting through the NYY/BoSox debacle......

Stacey
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baseballfan1 said August 28, 2008

Good outing against buffalo and it was good that you showed good command and you were very economical throwing 87 pitches in 6 innings.
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Pride27 said August 28, 2008

Phil, Just get out there and pitch - have passion for the game and your team. All this AK is kind of annoying to read.
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melkyway28 said August 28, 2008

Hey Phil, just checking in...I hope you get called up soon!!! Good Luck!!!
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melkyway28 said August 28, 2008

Oh by the way good pitching against the buffalo bisons!!!
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jalba23 said August 28, 2008

Phil,
A lot of people think you should just stay at AAA for the rest of the season and get fully healthy and get ready for next year. I say if you are healthy I think it would be better for you to go back up to the majors and pitch so you can be better prepared for next season. How do you feel about this?
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DarinErstad said August 30, 2008

Phil, good luck on the come back. Hope to see you up in the bigs soon! Besides, my fantasy team could use some good starts. Beckett is down :( Haha, thanks for helping me win my league haha. Seriously, cant wait to see you pitch again. Josh
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Kennedyhughes said August 30, 2008

The Yankees need you instead of Darrel Rasner, he's not doing very well
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me31blog said August 30, 2008

AGREED!!! please get that bum out of the rotation. Phil your the man nice last outing keep pitching if it means you forgetting about the blog do it. We just want to see you suceed. Dont listen to Yankees fans who think you are terrible, you are great and youll be back next year along side whoever the Yankees sign with wang and joba and maybe pettite and maybe even your other pal Ian Kennedy if he can get up here and pitch well.

Best Wishes. Good Luck Phil. Stay Confident
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diamond23dust said September 01, 2008

Phil pitched for Scranton this afternoon against the Syracuse Skychiefs:

5.2 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 4 BB, 8 K, 104 pitches, 67 strikes

Another good start :-)
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diamond23dust said September 01, 2008

^^^ I guess it's the Syracuse Chiefs now...they apparently changed their name after the 2006 season...haha...oops
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zellyanks91 said September 01, 2008

yep. Another good outing for Phil today. Nice job.

Kevin
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duncfan17 said September 01, 2008

Great start today Phil!! Keep it up! Hope to see you back in NY soon!! :)
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melkyway28 said September 01, 2008

Phil to bad your team lost,because you pitched awesome: 5.2 IP,4H,1R,1ER,4BB,8SO and,0HR. Thats a really great start!! Hope to see back in those New York Yankee Pinstripes soon Phil!!

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clue314 said September 01, 2008

Hi, Phil, our family of seven drove to syracuse today to see you pitch. yes, that was my little sons yelling Go Yankees every time you wound up. it was great to see you pitch again and to us you looked great!!! i hope your team rallies and makes it to October and that you are back with them.
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Kennedyhughes said September 02, 2008

You rule and i hope to see you back on the mound in Yankee Stadium (the house that ruth built) and I know you will succeed next year!!!
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OldYankFan said September 02, 2008

Phil - You are the real deal. Just relax and keep throwing and the Yanks will get you back in there. Remember that pitching is like real estate: LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION and the most important pitch in baseball is Strike 1.
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diamond23dust said September 07, 2008

Phil pitched in Scranton's playoff game against Pawtucket today...and he was AWESOME!!!
8 IP, 4 H (all singles), 0 R, 0 BB, 11 K
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Starlight23 said September 07, 2008

11 K's! Outstanding job Phil! And Duncan's reaction after the game winning HR was priceless! What a great game!
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yanksr4u said September 23, 2008

Phil dont forget about the office at 9 on thursday! i personally cant wait
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