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The
fun of All-Star week has concluded and it’s time for real business to start up again. The Phillies will open the unofficial second half of the season tonight when they take on the New York Mets. Aaron Nola will be on the mound against Christian Scott of the Mets for the primetime game on ESPN.
On to the links.
Phillies News:
- Brandon Marsh may have lost his father to cancer in 2021, but he strives to honor him in every game he plays. He and his family found a unique way for Marsh to honor his dad in his first All-Star game. ($)
- Take a look inside the daily routine that has helped to propel Jhoan Duran to his first All-Star game. ($)
- Cristopher Sánchez reflected on the long personal and professional journey that has led him from organizational depth to All-Star game starting pitcher. ($)
- With the second half underway, it’s now time to shift focus onto the upcoming trade deadline. Where do the Phillies currently stand?
MLB News:
- The opening salvo of trading season has been fired, as the Brewers acquired Lance McCullers Jr. and Colton Gordon from the Astros in exchange for Jadyn Fielder, the son of Prince and grandson of Cecil.
- The dominance of American League pitching in the All-Star game naturally calls for a Weird and Wild column about how rare it was. ($)
- Come get your first helping of juicy trade rumors.
