The World Champs have filled a void left by signing Raul Ibanez
When Pat Burrell left the team to explore the wonderful world of free agency, the Phillies needed a player to roam the left part of the outfield and swing the stick in the middle of the order.
They have found the perfect replacement in Raul Ibanez.
Ibanez has been one of the most consistent players in baseball since 2001, despite being a part of some very inconsistent teams. The Phillies new left fielder is coming off a solid season where he hit .293 with 23 dingers while knocking in 110 runners for a terrible Seattle team.
Imagine what Ibanez will accomplish after this pleasant change of scenery.
Yes Ibanez is 37, but he did play in all 162 games last year. He will be a great bat to help fill the void of both Burrell and Utley. (Remember, Utley is out till June with a hip injury)
The Mets have made the blockbuster moves, but the Phillies are sticking with their own formula. Jimmy Rollins, Ryan Howard and the rest of the fightin’ Phils hope it’s the winning formula.
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