Roy Halladay

by **cshort** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:45:56

phatj wrote:
philliesphhan wrote:Also worth noting (unless this info was simply not released yet) is that it says nothing about a no trade clause.

I'm not sure, but the NTC might simply carry over from the old contract, because this is just an extension, rather than a new contract (unless specifically voided by the terms of the extension).

Once you waive a NTC, it's gone. This was hashed over quite a bit back in July. Lee may have had one that he waived to come to the Phillies, and it didn't even come up this time.

by **cshort** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:48:06

CalvinBall wrote:I missed all this and just read through the thread. This is amazing. These quotes are unreal. The best pitcher in baseball is saying these things about our team.

I love Cliff Lee. I do feel bad for him because I think he really loved being here too. I hope he truly does great out there and enjoys himself. Those fans (does Seattle have fans?) better cheer for him half as hard as we did.

Interesting quote from Amaro on Eskin tonight. He said he spoke to Lee, and Lee wasn't happy. Amaro also dropped in a "who knows, maybe our paths will cross again" comment when talking about Lee.

by **CFP** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:49:59

cshort wrote:
CalvinBall wrote:I missed all this and just read through the thread. This is amazing. These quotes are unreal. The best pitcher in baseball is saying these things about our team.

I love Cliff Lee. I do feel bad for him because I think he really loved being here too. I hope he truly does great out there and enjoys himself. Those fans (does Seattle have fans?) better cheer for him half as hard as we did.

Interesting quote from Amaro on Eskin tonight. He said he spoke to Lee, and Lee wasn't happy. Amaro also dropped in a "who knows, maybe our paths will cross again" comment when talking about Lee.

I think that comment would mean more in the sense of in the World Series than meaning Lee would be on the Phillies' roster again any time soon.

by **CalvinBall** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:53:46

There is an article on ESPN.com about the Sox getting Lackey and Cameron. The video that plays when you open the article is a Roy Halladay video. We are the kings people.

by **CalvinBall** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:54:58

I can see why Lee would be upset. You leave one of the best fan bases in baseball and arguably the best team in the NL for Seattle. It probably sucks.

by **cshort** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:55:22

CFP wrote:
cshort wrote:
CalvinBall wrote:I missed all this and just read through the thread. This is amazing. These quotes are unreal. The best pitcher in baseball is saying these things about our team.

I love Cliff Lee. I do feel bad for him because I think he really loved being here too. I hope he truly does great out there and enjoys himself. Those fans (does Seattle have fans?) better cheer for him half as hard as we did.

Interesting quote from Amaro on Eskin tonight. He said he spoke to Lee, and Lee wasn't happy. Amaro also dropped in a "who knows, maybe our paths will cross again" comment when talking about Lee.

I think that comment would mean more in the sense of in the World Series than meaning Lee would be on the Phillies' roster again any time soon.

Except it had that smug sound to it. Like he knew something nobody else did.

by **FTN** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:57:11

We are the kings.

And BP will still project us to finish 12 games behind the Mets

by **Eem** » Wed Dec 16, 2009 23:58:47

FTN wrote:We are the kings.

And BP will still project us to finish 12 games behind the Mets

What was Doc's third-order GB/FB ratio?

by **Mountainphan** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 00:01:06

Lackey and Cameron - OOOOOHHHHHH, big deal! :lol:

by **CalvinBall** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 00:02:54

Another thing or two about Lackey and the Sox. Lackey showed up to his presser in jeans, an untucked shirt, and no tie. Halladay shows up in a pressed white shirt, suit, and a Phillies red tie. Redneck vs. class.

Also, ESPN barely talked about Lackey and Cameron signing, which are both pretty big deals, even more so because they went to the Red Sox. For the past three days it was all Phillies all the time. Again, we are the kings.

by **cartersDad26** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 00:07:57

That Lackey deal looks like complete shit compared to Roy's deal. suck that boston douches!!

by **Bucky** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 00:09:33

i keep thinking the title is "RIP Roy Halladay"

by **lowcountry** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 00:10:53

And I'm thinking the Upset of the Forever is us not having a "Halladay is a Phillies" thread.

by **Harpua** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 00:23:21

Bucky wrote:i keep thinking the title is "RIP Roy Halladay"

I was thinking the same thing earlier.

by **Didn't I?** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 00:25:51

Harpua wrote:
Bucky wrote:i keep thinking the title is "RIP Roy Halladay"

I was thinking the same thing earlier.

Same here.

by **Eem** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 01:00:28

Does Halladay still mix in the palmball? Or is he strictly fastball/cutter/curve now?

by **JFLNYC** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 01:17:47

As the dust begins to settle, one thing in particular that's bothering me is the feeling that we treated Cliff Lee -- a class act -- pretty shabbily. Kind of like kicking your wife out of the house without notice because the hottie down the street who you've been lusting after just said she'd sleep with you. It just feels like bad karma to me.

by **Barry Jive** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 01:20:04

Maybe he shouldn't have crossed Smuggy. Maybe he should have just taken whatever the Phils offered him and been happy with it.

Seriously, I hope he has a great season, wins the AL Cy Young and cashes in. He deserves it. I hope he re-signs with Seattle for lots of money.

by **FTN** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 01:20:54

After your wife says "you'll do for now, but if a better looking guy shows up i already have a bag packed"

by **JFLNYC** » Thu Dec 17, 2009 01:34:12

FTN wrote:After your wife says "you'll do for now, but if a better looking guy shows up i already have a bag packed"

Yeah, you're probably right. It's been a long day and I'm tired.

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