4 Wishes for Charlie Manuel and the Philadelphia Phillies in 2013

Christmas may be over, but it’s never too late to start compiling a list of things you’d like in 2013.  My list includes some changes I’d like to see Charlie Manuel make this year for the Phillies.

Manuel is facing a unique situation in his ninth season as manager.  When Charlie first became skipper of the club in 2005, he had a boatload of young, talented players who were just coming into their potential.  Now, however, he is in the exact opposite situation.  While talented, the Phillies are an aging, past-their-prime team that has maybe a year or two left to really compete. 

This team will require Manuel to make some changes, something he has been reluctant to do in the past.

Here is a list of four things I would like to see the Phillies’ skipper do differently in the New Year.

*All statistics and figures taken from baseball-reference.com unless otherwise noted.

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Philadelphia Phillies 2013: 7 Bold Predictions for the Phils’ 2013 Season

There is a unique feeling for Philadelphia fans entering the 2013 season.  Much of the talent that helped the team win 102 games in 2011 remains, but the bitter taste of the 2012 season remains strong.  Ruben Amaro has quietly filled the team’s needs, avoiding the flashy free-agent signing or blockbuster trade that has marked seasons past.  The team appears poised to compete, but there is more uncertainty surrounding this team than there has been in many years.

With the competition growing increasingly fierce, the Phillies will need to perform up to potential all season long to have a chance to compete in the NL East.  A lot can happen over the course of 162 games and this slideshow will outline some of the key events that I believe will mark the upcoming season.

So without further ado, here are my 7 bold predictions for the Phillies’ 2013 season.

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