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07-11-2003, 09:52 AM
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07/10/2003 8:57 PM ET
Notes: Phillies sign top pick
By Ken Mandel / MLB.com
PHILADELPHIA -- Tim Moss, the Phillies first selection in the 2003 First-Year Player Draft, agreed to a contract Thursday. The former University of Texas second baseman will report to Single-A Batavia on Monday.
Chosen as a junior, Moss was the 85th overall player taken.
"We are pleased to have reached an agreement with Tim," said Marti Wolever, the Phillies' director of scouting. "He's an exciting player with the tools and makeup to be a productive offensive second baseman."
Including the College World Series, Moss hit .319 with 18 doubles, nine triples, three homers, 33 RBIs and 21 steals.
He was signed by scout Dave Owen, a former infielder with the Cubs and Royals. The Phillies have signed 29 of their 48 players selected.
Bell aching: David Bell left Thursday's game in the third inning with a sore hip. He was replaced with Tomas Perez, who went 2-for-3 in his stead.
"It hurts when he swings," said manager Larry Bowa. "I know he's been playing with some pain and he hasn't told a lot of people."
Bowa wasn't sure whether Bell would play on Friday.
Pinch-hitting for Pat: Bowa defended his decision to pinch-hit for struggling Pat Burrell in the ninth inning of Wednesday's 2-0 win.
"As soon as he starts swinging the way we know he's capable, I won't pinch-hit for the him," said Bowa. "This was the first time in my three years [that I have hit for Burrell]."
After Placido Polanco and Bobby Abreu walked to start the ninth, Bowa sent up infielder Nick Punto to hit for Burrell, who is hitting .192 this season. Punto failed to get a bunt down. The manager said he was simply trying to get another run in.
Asked if this could do further damage to Burrell's confidence, Bowa said, "I think I've stayed with him a very long time. There's still 24 other guys and he's still starting. [Jim] Thome got pinch-hit for two times in Cleveland."
A quiet ride: Randy Wolf took a normal, quiet ride into Shea Stadium on Thursday, and didn't fall in love at Grand Central Station.
This was quite different than what happened during the Phillies' previous trip in May, when Wolf met the girl of his dreams, gave her directions and sparked a national search for her through the media. He took the same route this afternoon, but didn't strike up any conversations.
"The talent level was way down today," he said.
Wolf came to the park early to take part in a sushi lunch arranged by Turk Wendell, so he focused on that. He said he didn't think anything would come from his chance May meeting, anyway, though he was besieged with e-mails from interested parties.
Even achieving All-Star status, like he did on Sunday, did nothing.
"I think I'll get over it," he said.
Post All-Star rotation: Kevin Millwood will start the first game after the All-Star Break, at home against the Expos. How much Wolf is used in Tuesday's Midsummer Classic will determine whether he pitches the second game.
Bowa said the only way Wolf would start the second time after the break would be if he's not used, so the lefty will likely start on Saturday, with Vicente Padilla going on Friday.
"We'll have to wait and see what happens," said Bowa. "Pitching [in the All-Star Game] will be a great experience for him."
Philling in: Carlos Silva had his appeal heard concerning his six-game suspension stemming from a June 13 brawl in Cincinnati. Todd Pratt and Jose Mesa, who were fined, but not suspended, also attended the hearing. It is likely that Silva's suspension will be knocked down by at least a game. ... Tyler Houston was scheduled to play third base in Thursday's game for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. If all goes well, he could be activated for Friday's game. He is 4-for-20 with a double and a triple in five games so far. When Houston returns, Punto will likely be optioned to Scranton.
Signage: The Phillies signed outfielder Brian Simmons to a minor league contract and assigned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The 29-year-old spent Spring Training with the Giants as a non-roster player, and had been playing for the Atlantic City Surf (managed by former Phillie Mitch Williams).
Simmons will fill the outfield spot that opened up with Wednesday's trade of Lyle Mouton to the Indians for right-hander Aaron Myette.
Minor news: Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre: Ryan Madson went seven innings in a loss Wednesday to Toledo. ... Josh Hancock is scheduled to start on Thursday. Double-A Reading: 1B Ryan McNeal was named minor league player of the week for period of June 30-July 6. He hit .433 in games, with two home runs and five RBIs. McNeal, 25, was drafted in the 27th round of the 1995 First-Year Player Draft by the Astros. ... Taylor Buchholz is scheduled to pitch Thursday against Harrisburg. Single-A Clearwater: Rob Tejada took the loss Wednesday against Sarasota, despite allowing two runs on three hits in six innings. Single-A Lakewood: Cole Hamels is scheduled to start Thursday at Lake County. He has a 1.27 ERA. Single-A Batavia: The Muckdogs played 21 innings on Wednesday before falling to Staten Island. Jake Blalock went 2-for-8 with a home run, a triple and two RBIs.
This day at the Vet: 1979 -- Del Unser sets a Major League record with third straight pinch-hit homer. The three-run shot caps a three-run ninth inning off Rollie Fingers and leads the Phillies to a 6-5 win.
Ken Mandel is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.
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Tim Moss hit .319 with 18 doubles, nine triples, three homers, 33 RBIs and 21 steals. (AP Photo)
07/10/2003 8:57 PM ET
Notes: Phillies sign top pick
By Ken Mandel / MLB.com
PHILADELPHIA -- Tim Moss, the Phillies first selection in the 2003 First-Year Player Draft, agreed to a contract Thursday. The former University of Texas second baseman will report to Single-A Batavia on Monday.
Chosen as a junior, Moss was the 85th overall player taken.
"We are pleased to have reached an agreement with Tim," said Marti Wolever, the Phillies' director of scouting. "He's an exciting player with the tools and makeup to be a productive offensive second baseman."
Including the College World Series, Moss hit .319 with 18 doubles, nine triples, three homers, 33 RBIs and 21 steals.
He was signed by scout Dave Owen, a former infielder with the Cubs and Royals. The Phillies have signed 29 of their 48 players selected.
Bell aching: David Bell left Thursday's game in the third inning with a sore hip. He was replaced with Tomas Perez, who went 2-for-3 in his stead.
"It hurts when he swings," said manager Larry Bowa. "I know he's been playing with some pain and he hasn't told a lot of people."
Bowa wasn't sure whether Bell would play on Friday.
Pinch-hitting for Pat: Bowa defended his decision to pinch-hit for struggling Pat Burrell in the ninth inning of Wednesday's 2-0 win.
"As soon as he starts swinging the way we know he's capable, I won't pinch-hit for the him," said Bowa. "This was the first time in my three years [that I have hit for Burrell]."
After Placido Polanco and Bobby Abreu walked to start the ninth, Bowa sent up infielder Nick Punto to hit for Burrell, who is hitting .192 this season. Punto failed to get a bunt down. The manager said he was simply trying to get another run in.
Asked if this could do further damage to Burrell's confidence, Bowa said, "I think I've stayed with him a very long time. There's still 24 other guys and he's still starting. [Jim] Thome got pinch-hit for two times in Cleveland."
A quiet ride: Randy Wolf took a normal, quiet ride into Shea Stadium on Thursday, and didn't fall in love at Grand Central Station.
This was quite different than what happened during the Phillies' previous trip in May, when Wolf met the girl of his dreams, gave her directions and sparked a national search for her through the media. He took the same route this afternoon, but didn't strike up any conversations.
"The talent level was way down today," he said.
Wolf came to the park early to take part in a sushi lunch arranged by Turk Wendell, so he focused on that. He said he didn't think anything would come from his chance May meeting, anyway, though he was besieged with e-mails from interested parties.
Even achieving All-Star status, like he did on Sunday, did nothing.
"I think I'll get over it," he said.
Post All-Star rotation: Kevin Millwood will start the first game after the All-Star Break, at home against the Expos. How much Wolf is used in Tuesday's Midsummer Classic will determine whether he pitches the second game.
Bowa said the only way Wolf would start the second time after the break would be if he's not used, so the lefty will likely start on Saturday, with Vicente Padilla going on Friday.
"We'll have to wait and see what happens," said Bowa. "Pitching [in the All-Star Game] will be a great experience for him."
Philling in: Carlos Silva had his appeal heard concerning his six-game suspension stemming from a June 13 brawl in Cincinnati. Todd Pratt and Jose Mesa, who were fined, but not suspended, also attended the hearing. It is likely that Silva's suspension will be knocked down by at least a game. ... Tyler Houston was scheduled to play third base in Thursday's game for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. If all goes well, he could be activated for Friday's game. He is 4-for-20 with a double and a triple in five games so far. When Houston returns, Punto will likely be optioned to Scranton.
Signage: The Phillies signed outfielder Brian Simmons to a minor league contract and assigned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The 29-year-old spent Spring Training with the Giants as a non-roster player, and had been playing for the Atlantic City Surf (managed by former Phillie Mitch Williams).
Simmons will fill the outfield spot that opened up with Wednesday's trade of Lyle Mouton to the Indians for right-hander Aaron Myette.
Minor news: Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre: Ryan Madson went seven innings in a loss Wednesday to Toledo. ... Josh Hancock is scheduled to start on Thursday. Double-A Reading: 1B Ryan McNeal was named minor league player of the week for period of June 30-July 6. He hit .433 in games, with two home runs and five RBIs. McNeal, 25, was drafted in the 27th round of the 1995 First-Year Player Draft by the Astros. ... Taylor Buchholz is scheduled to pitch Thursday against Harrisburg. Single-A Clearwater: Rob Tejada took the loss Wednesday against Sarasota, despite allowing two runs on three hits in six innings. Single-A Lakewood: Cole Hamels is scheduled to start Thursday at Lake County. He has a 1.27 ERA. Single-A Batavia: The Muckdogs played 21 innings on Wednesday before falling to Staten Island. Jake Blalock went 2-for-8 with a home run, a triple and two RBIs.
This day at the Vet: 1979 -- Del Unser sets a Major League record with third straight pinch-hit homer. The three-run shot caps a three-run ninth inning off Rollie Fingers and leads the Phillies to a 6-5 win.
Ken Mandel is a reporter for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.
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Tim Moss hit .319 with 18 doubles, nine triples, three homers, 33 RBIs and 21 steals. (AP Photo)