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On the Field & Off the Field
A look at the Reading Phillies next homestand:
May 5-8 vs. the Binghamton Mets (Mets) and May 9-12 vs. the Altoona Curve (Pirates)
Upcoming home games
Monday, May 5 vs. Binghamton Mets (NYM) at 6:35 PM
Tuesday, May 6 vs. Binghamton Mets (NYM) at 6:35 PM
Wednesday, May 7 vs. Binghamton Mets (NYM) at 6:35 PM
Thursday, May 8 vs. Binghamton Mets (NYM) at 6:35 PM
Friday, May 9 vs. Altoona Curve (PIT) at 7:05 PM
Saturday, May 10 vs. Altoona Curve (PIT) at 6:05 PM
Sunday, May 11 vs. Altoona Curve (PIT) at 1:05 PM
Monday, May 12 vs. Altoona Curve (PIT) at 9:35 AM
Please visit the press box for probable starters.
Broadcasts
All of Reading’s games can be heard on ESPN 1240 AM and online at readingphillies.com. Air time is 30 minutes prior to first pitch except on Friday’s when Around the Horn, an hour-long pre-game show airs. May 7 and May 8 will be televised by Service Electric TV2 Sports. Check local listings or
rphils.com for stations that carry the games. Steve Degler handles the play-by-play on radio and TV. Tim Neiman is the color analyst and Regina Potocnie is the reporter for TV games. Kale Beers handles the play-by-play on the radio when games are televised.
Winning start
The R-Phils had a winning April (13-12) for the second consecutive season for the first time since having three straight winning Aprils 2000-2002.
Hit man
 Greg Golson’s 32 hits in April were the most by an R-Phil in a long time. Dating back to 1996, only Javon Moran (28 in 2007), Jorge Padilla (29 in 2002) and Scott Rolen (28 in 1996) have even approach that total in the season’s first month.
RBI man
 Jeremy Slayden’s 20 RBI in April were the most by an R-Phil since Steve Carver had 21 in 1998. Carver’s total included a team-record eight in one game 4/20/98 at Harrisburg. Dating back to 1996, Slayden and Carver are the only two R-Phils to reach 20 RBI in April.
Streakers
 Through May 1, Lou Marson
(pictured) has reached base in 16 consecutive ballgames. During his streak he’s hit .301 (16-53) with 12 BB and a .431 OBP.
IF Luke Appert (.461, 12-26) and RF Jeremy Slayden (.419, 13-1) are each carrying eight-game hitting streaks (through May 1), longest on the team.
Baseball, National League style
At the conclusion of the May 5-12 homestand, barring any postponements, the R-Phils will have played 17 home games - all against National League affiliates. When two NL affiliates play in the Eastern League, pitchers hit. Reading will use a DH at home for the first time on May 16 vs. Akron. The DH has not had a lot work on the road either. Reading has only had nine road games, out of 17, vs. American League affiliates.
What a relief
 Through games of April 29 righty Patrick Overholt
was 5th among all Double-A relivers with a .128 batting average against. Lefty R.J. Swindle
(pictured) was 6th, holding the opposition to a .130 average.
Phillies bests
Jeremy Slayden’s 20 RBI in April were the most in the Phillies Minor League system ... Greg Golson’s .320 batting average was 2nd and eight stolen bases were tied for 1st ... Patrick Overholt’s six saves were the most.
Most Valuable Phillie?
 The R-Phils are 10-5 with SS Jason Donald in the lineup through May 1, 3-8 without him. |
Cinco de Mayo thanks to Y-102, Corona & All-Star Distributing
The R-Phils will be celebrating Cinco De Mayo on May 5 thanks to All-Star Distributing, Corona and Rock Hits Y-102. Pre-game festivites include a special happy hour performance in the Classic Cafe by the Latin Funk band Coco featuring the Grandfathers of Funk with $1.00 off select beers. Game time is set for 6:35 vs. the Binghamton Mets.
Bonus Events: 2nd All-Star Distributing Beer Tasting Festival, Pepsi School Pride Night and Monday 4 for $44 family deal (includes: 4 yellow box seats, 4 sodas and 4 hot dogs).
Rib Fest #4 on May 6 thanks to Reading Eagle Company
The fourth Reading Eagle Rib Fest of the season will be featured during the R-Phils 6:35 PM game vs. Binghamton on May 6. The Rib Fest begins when gates open and includes a two and a half hour all-you-can-eat buffet with three kinds of ribs.
Bonus Events: $2 off a yellow box seat for seniors and active or retired military personnel when purchased at the stadium, plus another Pepsi School Pride Night.
Pat Burrell figurine giveaway on May 7 thanks to Pepsi
1999 R-Phil Pat Burrell will be featured on a figurine giveaway thanks to Pepsi on Wednesday, May 7 when Reading takes on Binghamton at 6:35 PM. The figurine, which will be given to the first 500 kids 14 and under, features Burrell in his classic homerun follow-through pose.
Bonus Events: The 5th Reading Eagle Rib Fest of the year.
Ryan Howard snow globe giveaway on May 8 thanks to Pepsi
2004 R-Phil Ryan Howard will be featured wearing a Santa suit inside a snow globe thanks to Pepsi on Thursday, May 8 for the R-Phils game against Binghamton at 6:35 PM. The globe is for the first 1,000 kids 14 and under.
Post-game fireworks on May 9 thanks to the Pennsylvania Lottery
Post-game fireworks will light up the night sky thanks to the Pennsylvania Lottery on Friday, May 9 following a 7:05 PM game against Altoona.
Bonus Events: 6th and final Reading Eagle Rib Fest. Pre-game happy hour from 5:00-6:00 PM in the Classic Café with music from Alligator Blues and $1.00 off Coors Light and other All-Star Distributing products. The Classic Café will stay open after the fireworks for more music from Alligator Blues thanks to Classic Harley-Davidson. The R-Phils Dance Team will perform throughout the night.
Post-game fireworks on May 10 thanks to Carpenter Technology
Post-game fireworks will delight fans after Reading’s 6:05 PM game against Altoona on May 10 thanks to Carpenter Technology.
Bonus Events: Enjoy live music in the Classic Café by the Josh Taylor Trio during a pre-game happy hour. The happy hour runs from 4:00-5:00 PM and also features $1.00 off select All-Star Distributing products. After the fireworks, the Josh Taylor Trio will perform again in the Classic Cafe thanks to Classic Harley-Davidson. The R-Phils Dance Team will perform throughout the night.
May 11 Mother’s Day Game includes an umbrella giveaway thanks to the Shoppes at Wyomissing and a fundraiser to battle breast cancer
The 4th annual Reading Phillies Mother’s Day Fundraiser will take place at 1:05 PM on Sunday, May 11th against Altoona. The game features a pink pop-up umbrella giveaway for the first 2,000 women 18 and older thanks to the Shoppes at Wyomissing. The Phils will also be wearing pink game jerseys that day which will be raffled and auctioned off after the game to benefit the PA Breast Cancer Coalition. Fans can bid on their favorite players jersey thanks to the Reading Hospital Regional Cancer Center, 830 AM WEEU and 69 Berks Edition.
Bonus Events: Dollar hot dogs thanks to Berks Packing and Stroehmann’s and a post-game base run for all fans thanks to 69 News Berks Edition.
Berks Encore & Capital Blue Cross Morning Game T-Shirts on May 12
The R-Phils will host the 7th annual Rock Hits Y-102/69 News Berks Edition Morning Game at 9:35 AM on May 12th against Altoona. The first 2,000 adults 15 and older will receive a white R-Phils t-shirt thanks to Berks Encore and Capital Blue Cross.
Bonus Events: Take a pre-game stroll around the warning track Tony Farina sings live. Monday 4 for $44 family deal (includes: 4 yellow box seats, 4 sodas and 4 hot dogs). Enjoy breakfast foods at the concession stands. |
This information was posted on May 1, 2008
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