After a long sabbatical from posting on my blog, Wheeling Around Phoenixville, I'm back- this time to stay. I took a break to finish my book, An Unbreakable Spirit. It's in the hands of an excellent editor now. A book cover is being designed, too. Hopefully I'll have a publisher soon. Can't wait for the world to see my work! Hopefully everyone will enjpy my story. In these times oh uncertainy and strife, may it inspire and be a source of hope!
I've also become more active on Twitter. Follow me at #WheelinGreg.
But I have missed sharing my daily thoughts and memories here, especially sports. So I can't wait to express my views again. All views expressed here are my own, unless otherwise indicated. Everyone states that, so I might as well too,
I've also been busy planning my upcoming wedding with Holly. Yes, I'm getting married! Officially off the market! ( what market?) The big day is October 10. 10/10/20- easy to remember!
Planning has been a lot of fun but also of work too. Getting the rings, ordered the food, arranging for the flowers, phtographer, planning the guest list. Because of covis-19 it will be a small ceremony here at home- only 16 or so people invited, mostly family and a few close friends. and, of course, Bud and Katie.
Hoping for a nice day on 10/10. The ceremony will be held outdoors- on our new deck ( which is being stained today). Hoping for a nice fall afternoon- sunny, cool, the Autumn leaves colorful and bright. I hate the thought of another winter just ahead, but it's been a really hot and humid summer here near Philadelphia, Pa, so the cooler weather will feel pretty refreshing compared to this crap.
Doesn't seem like football season is less than three weeks away. Everything is screwed-up with the virus. Hockey and basketball playoffs ar ehappening now, during the dogdays of summer. The Kentucky Derby is just around the corner- in September. Baseball is going on- with a shortened 60-day schedule.
So, what's going on with my local Philly teams? The Phillies are 10-14 and trying to sort out an awful bullpen. They're hoping a few aging relievers from the American League will stabilize the 'pen. In reality, GM Matt Klentek failed to address the bullpen during the off-season. Owner Kohn middleton failed to extend his budget to include veteran relief pitchers. It's stupid, because Middleton paid $330 million for Bryce Harper, who is having an MVP-type season. Aaron Nola isn't getting any younger. Catcher J.T. Realmuto has been able to forget about his contract and loooming free agency, and has had an outstanding season. The phillies need to go for it while their window is open.
Their weak farm systen remains a problem. With a stronger minor league system, the organization wouldn't need to spend big bucks for free agents or even make frequent trades. Klentek's record of drafting has been poor. It's no wonder why the Phillies are swimming in medocrity.
The Sixers were booted in the first round of the playoffs in a four game sweep, for the first time ever by their rival Celtics. Embarrassing.They fired Coach Brown yet kept inept GM Brand. Still no clue. get shooters! Trade Ben Simmons. He can't shoot- jumpers or free throws. He does'nt learn and is too stubborn to change.
The Flyers are in the second round of their playoffs and lost to the Islanders last night, 3-0. They haven't beaten New York all year. The Flyers always bounce back after a loss. They play again Wednesday afternoon, then again Thursday night.
Finally, the Eagles are in training camp at the Nova Care Center. Getting ready for their season opener- without fans- in a few weeks at Washington.
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