In today’s first pitch, find out what is causing ardent Phillies fan and YDR reporter Jeff Frantz to hope the team loses on Opening Night. And why is he asking, “What, are we Notre Dame now?”
In camp with the World Champs, things look good, but also ugly. First the good, Chase Utley and Pedro Felez appear to be ready for opening day. Now, here’s the ugly. Gold trim. Really? Is that necessary? Is this going to become the curse of the gold trim jerseys?
Now, here’s a look at the rest of the region’s teams.
- The Orioles sen Mat Wieters down to the minors. George Sherrill’s rough spring continues.
- Dmitri Young is back on the Nationals’ 40-man roster.
- Evan Meek is having a strong spring for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Now, for a quick look at the rest of the Big Leagues.
- Aaron Boone had successful heart surgery.
- Is Derek Jeter going to bat leadoff for the Yankees?
- Orlando Cabrera is looking to rebound.
- Some sad news about Luis Castillo.



Copy Editor Patrick Abdalla doesn't need performance-enhancing drugs to take a look at all things Major League Baseball. Whether it's arguing about the Hall of Fame, quizzing someone with a stat out of left field, discussing a good baseball book, or talking about "Field of Dreams," Pat always enjoys some infield chatter. 