Category Archives: Jim Thome

Phillies sign Jim Thome to one-year deal

After being moved a few lockers down from legendary slugger Jim Thome, Duncan got everyone, including Thome to take notice. Relegated to coming off the bench for most of his five-year career, Cleveland Indians utility player Shelley Duncan is anxious … Continue reading

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Veteran Jim Thome back with Phillies

Jim Salisbury talks about the Phillies agreeing with Jim Thome on a one-year deal and their pursuit of Michael Cuddyer. 11/4/2011 The Phillies will sign Thome to a one-year, $1.25 million contract once he passes a physical on Saturday in … Continue reading

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Veteran Jim Thome back with Phillies

By Bill Lubinger, The Plain Dealer Enlarge Gus Chan, The Plain Dealer Cleveland Indians baseball player Jim Thome, right, answers questions from the audience with broadcaster Tom Hamilton, left, at the City Club of Cleveland Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, Thome, … Continue reading

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Jim Thome reaches deal with Phillies

Young becomes the third player to win the prestigious honor twice in his career, joining John Smoltz and Jim Thome. The award is given for on-field performance and community work, and Young has a long list of charities that he … Continue reading

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Jim Thome reaches deal with Phillies

Jim Thome to going back to his old stomping grounds. The Phillies have agreed to a one-year contract with the slugger, reports MLB.com's Todd Zolecki. Jim Salisbury of CSNPhilly.com says the deal is worth $1.25MM (on By Rob Bradford According … Continue reading

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