Friday, November 11, 2011

The Phillies Sign Jonathan Papelbon

Here is what I know about Jonathan Papelbon: he was a closer for the Red Sox.  He has been hurt a few times.  He won a World Series.  He dances a mean Irish jig.
What I don't know, because I don't follow the Red Sox or the AL too closely, is what kind of closer he is.  I know he's a good one, but I'm going to start doing some research.

Happy trails (presumably), Ryan Madson.  Madson was a fan favorite in Philly, and always a lighthearted practical joker.  He was also one of the only Phillies who would always be willing to sign an autograph for kids before a game.  Good dude.

1 comment:

  1. Paplebon is definitely a good closer. Being a Jays fan meant: 'lights out' when he was on the mound. He is very deliberate & throws his fastball the vast majority of the time. Hitters, even knowing the heater is coming, have a hard time squaring it up.

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