SoJO 104.9 » Phillies

It's Not Spring in South Jersey Until _____

Tom Morgan — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 11:42:36 +0000

Today is the first FULL day of Spring. While the temperatures outside disagree, we can still look forward to better days ahead. For starters, it’s not spring in South Jersey until Rita’s gives out free water ice. Oh, that happened yesterday by the way. Sorry if you missed it. It’s not spring [...]

Ryan Howard's New Bride Destroys $35,000 Wedding Gown [PHOTOS]

Heather DeLuca — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 17:50:06 +0000

When Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard married former Philadelphia Eagles cheerleader Krystal Campbell, he threw the wedding of her dreams. Sadly, Campbell’s pricey bridal gown got all washed up. Howard recently took the plunge, literally, with his new wife off the Pacific Ocean waters of [...]

Say it Ain't So, Chooch Suspended for Drug Use

Rob Acampora — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 22:09:49 +0000

After having a career year for the Philadelphia Phillies, longtime starting catcher Carlos Ruiz will start the 2013 season suspended. Ruiz (#51) had by far his best year of his 7 seasons with the Phillies in 2012, setting career highs with 16 Home Runs, 68 Runs Batted In, 121 Hits, 56 Runs scored, and his [...]

NORTH or SOUTH Jersey? [POLL]

Tom Morgan — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 11:30:05 +0000

South Jersey may have the “home field advantage”, but something tells me that this debate will be a fight to the end. A few months ago, we took a poll, and the results showed….. South Jersey - Small town living with a sense of community. Beautiful pine barrens. Just around the corner is historical [...]

Things You Should Do At A Phillies Game

Tom Morgan — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 11:45:07 +0000

I've only ventured to Philadelphia to take part in a Phillies game twice. The first time I went, my friends and I were late and I only got to watch half of the game.

The second time was yesterday as the boys in red took on the Mets, and I decided....

Phillies "Flyin' Hawaiian" Jets to the Dodgers – The End of an Era? [POLL]

Rob Acampora — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 19:42:15 +0000

As Major League Baseball is in the midst of the final hours of the "official" trading deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies have made two moves that could signal a change of direction for the team, the acceptance that their great 5-season run as the top team in the NL East is over, and that one of its most popular players will no longer be in their outfield.

Looks Like a Phillies Fan Favorite is Sticking Around

Kyle McCann — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 12:00:32 +0000

According to our friends over at 973espn.com, Phillies all-star pitcher Cole Hamels is staying in Philadelphia. The fan favorite has reportedly agreed to a 6-year contract extension, worth a reported $144 million. CLICK HERE to read more about the good news coming from Citizens Bank Park.

Phillies Star Cole Hamels Suspended for 5 Games

Rob Acampora — Mon, 07 May 2012 21:48:48 +0000

Major League Baseball has suspended Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels for intentionally hitting an opponent with a pitch. MLB announced Monday after noon that it suspended Hamels for 5 games. The 28-year-old star threw at Washington Nationals teenage rookie, Bryce Harper over the weekend. Hamels admitted that he hit the 19-year-old deliberately. No word if [...]

SoJO Battle Of The Sexes—If Your Love Life Was A Sport, What Would It Be?

Tom Morgan — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 11:43:22 +0000

We have been long over-due on another round of SoJO Battle of the Sexes. Since Spring is here, the Phillies are back, and the Flyers are back in the playoffs; how about a sports theme? If your love life was a sport, what would it be?

Pat Burrell To Retire With The Phillies May 19

Tom Morgan — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:17:07 +0000

Pat “The Bat” is Back!!! Ready to suit up, ready to represent the Phillies! Ready to go, for just one day. According to NBC-10, the former Phillies outfielder will sign a one-day contract with the team and throw out the first pitch against Boston before officially retiring. What is your favorite Pat Burrell [...]

Opening Day Of The Phillies – Your Season Prediction – [POLL]

Tom Morgan — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10:36:27 +0000

Today is Opening Day for the Phillies, as they take on the Pirates in Pittsburgh at 1:35 pm. How far will the Phils go this year? Take our poll!

Phillies Raul Ibanez Becomes A Yankee [VIDEO]

Heather DeLuca — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 16:47:01 +0000

39-year old Phillies outfielder Raul Ibanez has reached a one year deal with the New York Yankees that would reportedly earn him $1.1 million dollars.The Yankees organization found Ibanez’ defensive skills attractive and plan to utilize him mostly as a left-handed designated hitter. As a Phillie, Raul had 16 home runs and 60 RBI’s against [...]

Nationals Seek To Keep Out Phillies Fans

Heather DeLuca — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:16:25 +0000

The Washington Nationals are tired of seeing Philly red in their ballpark. A new movement called ‘Take Back The Park’ is being implemented to ban Phillies fans from the Nat’s upcoming first home series.A new Washington Post blog claims Nationals’ COO Andy Feffer wants to stop Philadelphia’s DC invasion. “Frankly I was tired of seeing it,” [...]