Offensive Outburst Brings Out Historical Stats
Posted by Amanda Orr, Mon, July 06, 2009 11:01 PM
22 runs. 21 hits. Four home runs, including one grand slam. Those were the offensive numbers that the Phillies put up in a historical 22-1 blowout against the Cincinnati Reds. It was the first time since 1900 that the Phillies beat an opponent by at least twenty runs.
The Phillies scored ten runs in the first inning, nine off Johnny Cueto, who lasted two-thirds of an inning, raising his earned run average from 2.69 to 3.45. The inning marked the fourth time in franchise history that the Phillies scored ten runs in the first inning. The last time the Phillies scored ten runs in the first inning was in July of 2002 against the Montreal Expos.
Shane Victorino made his best “vote for me” campaign with a 4-for-5 night. He homered, drove in four runs, and walked. Greg Dobbs (4-for-6, 2 RBI) and Chase Utley (2-for-3, 4 RBI) also homered. Jayson Werth (2-for-5, 5 RBI) hit a grand slam in the eighth inning off Paul Janish, a shortstop, as the Reds were desperate to save their bullpen.
The “Everybody hits! Wahoo!” guy was busy. Every starter in the Phillies lineup had at least one hit, including Cole Hamels (2-for-4). Jimmy Rollins (3-for-4) continued his hitting ways. The only batter who did not get a hit was John Mayberry Jr. (0-for-1, BB), who came in as a substitute. Matt Stairs had one plate appearance and walked. Other than that, six Phillies had a multi-hit night. Two Phillies (Victorino and Dobbs) had four hits. Every batter reached base at least once.
The credit will go to the offense, but Hamels also deserves recognition. In seven innings, he allowed three hits, including a solo home run to Jonny Gomes. He struck out two and did not walk a batter. The Phillies starters have picked it up this week, giving their bullpen plenty of rest.
The last time the Phillies pounded 22 runs was in 1986 against the New York Mets. It is also the third most runs the Phillies scored in one game. Not only did the win make Phillies history, but Reds history, marking their largest margin of defeat, 21 runs.
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July 6th, 2009 at 11:13 pm
2 Things…
Cueto gave up 9 ER, 7 plus he was responsible for Rollins and Vic when Utley hit the 3 run homer.
Also, how can you not mention Rollins effort? The goat of the team before the homestand went 3-4, 2 BB 1 rbi 4 runs scored, he was on base 5 times!
I don’t know how you can’t mention his effort along with all the others.
July 6th, 2009 at 11:18 pm
Certainly helps with the woeful run differential! +19 to +40
July 6th, 2009 at 11:28 pm
Didn’t the Phillies put up 14 runs in an inning against the Reds? I think it was in 2003, but I’m not positive.
July 6th, 2009 at 11:30 pm
last year, they phils scored 20 against the Cards and then went into a looooong offensive swoon. This time, I feel like the huge outburst will only help the phils, as I anticipate winning 5 of the next 6 (maybe drop 1 to CIN, sweep PIT), and going into the all-star break 48-38. Then, they get a chance to distance themselves from FLA by taking minimum 3 of 4, and strong play should get them over 90 wins again and another NL east title. What I want to know from you guys is: assuming the Phillies make the postseason again, would you want to see JA Happ starting a game? I feel like he’s earned it, but understandably this year will be the most he’s pitched in the majors, and I know the Phils should still try to acquire a starter.
July 6th, 2009 at 11:37 pm
Didnt the Phillies beat the Rockies 22-2 last season?
July 6th, 2009 at 11:42 pm
They beat the Cardinals 20-2, Rockies 20-5 last season.
10 runs was the most in the first inning only. I’ll add JRoll in.
July 6th, 2009 at 11:44 pm
never mind, it was 20-2 against the Cards and 20-5 against the Rockies. both in 2008.
July 7th, 2009 at 12:37 am
While it’s great fun to watch our team have one of those infrequent laughters, I won’t get ecstatic on how many runs the Phillies scored when the Reds have waved the white flag long before the game ended and had a shortstop (paul Janish) throwing batting practice off the mound in the eighth inning. It was a night of opportunity for the Phils to fatten their individual stats.
Tomorrow night, it’s back to serious business as they go against Aaron Harang and his 3.86 ERA. Dobbs, Utley and Rollins have had the better success in their career against the righthander.
Let’s go Phillies!
July 7th, 2009 at 12:43 am
Marlins lose 5-4, Phillies are 2 games up in the NL East now
July 7th, 2009 at 12:55 am
4 losses ahead of the Marlins.
Don’t look at how many “games” they are up in the standings, look at the losses, thats all that matter.
July 7th, 2009 at 1:33 am
Could be wrong, but I think it was 1985 that they scored 22 against the Mets.
July 7th, 2009 at 1:33 am
unfortunately for shane’s ‘vote for me’ campaign, his chief competition there , Pablo Sandoval, hit a grand slam tonight. and Pablo is definitely more deserving than Shane. I’d rather shane take a few days off and rest those legs anyways.
and as far as this outburst, this is what this team is capable of when Jimmy Rollins is getting on base. He is the key.
July 7th, 2009 at 3:13 am
little guy, you have good things to say usually, especially your frequent “bad news” quotes, but this time youre wrong. 2 games up in the standings puts our phils in 1st place right now. god controls the weather, the good guys have done enough to stay ahead of the pack.
anybody see the make a wish type occurrence j-roll had with a high school kid this spring training? clip was on espn tonight. aside from espn’s attempt to make us shed a tear, its rare we see what the mlb does with community service. regardless of j-rolls numbers, its impressive to see this type of stuff. cancer sucks, go j-roll
July 7th, 2009 at 3:14 am
I agree with danotron, I think it was 1985 when the Phils scored 22 against New York. Not that I was born at that point, but still pretty sure it was 1985.
July 7th, 2009 at 4:09 am
I love how Eli disappears when the Mets are 3+ games back, but when they are within 2 he starts talking garbage again. If you’re going to shovel it at least come back to eat crow when it blows up in your face.
July 7th, 2009 at 4:31 am
That entire first inning was extended batting practice. I really needed a good, old fashioned beating like this after all those bad experiences in June. Hopefully after sweeping the Mets and this outburst the Phils have finally turned a corner when it comes to playing at home.
July 7th, 2009 at 5:21 am
Let us hope that the Phillies will not need some of those 22 runs on Tuesday evening when they go up against Aaron Harang who always seems to pitch well against the Phils. This guy is tough to beat when he has a lead so it will be important for Happ to hold the Reds in check.
July 7th, 2009 at 6:25 am
Sam, of course Happ has earned a spot in the playoff rotation. Now, for the best out of 5 – the first 3 starters should be Hamels, JB and Moyer with Happ as the 4th – right now the only other consideration would be Lopez. Being a transplant from Baltimore I can tell you with all candor, what we saw Lopez do his first start vs the muts is not what you should expect. He won 15 games his rookie season with the Orioles but was very roller coaster from that point.
But then again, who knows for sure?
Lets just enjoy the ride!
Go Phils!
July 7th, 2009 at 6:48 am
Brooks I might be inclined to move Happ up in that rotation at least ahead of Moyer meaning no disrespect to the man. Happ has been consistent all season and it doesn’t seem to matter what umpire he has or whether the team is patient or free swinging. I’m looking forward to tonight’s game should be an awesome matchup.
July 7th, 2009 at 7:36 am
[...] on 21 hits and sending 13 hitters to the plate while scoring 10 runs in the first inning alone. Phillies Nation’s Amanda Orr brings some historical stats in recapping the game: It was the first time since 1900 that the Phillies beat an opponent by at least twenty [...]
July 7th, 2009 at 8:22 am
Did any other Philadelphia exiles watch last night’s game on MLB Extra Innings? It was one of the few instances where missing the Philly feed was actually worthwhile. Before J-W hit his granny, Reds broadcasters chided the grizzly fella for taking a strike down the middle. The Reds broadcaster urged Werth to swing and with that the next pitch went for a grand slam. Be careful what you wish for I guess.
Any way we could get video of that? Anyone have the game on TiVo? I doubt the Reds will post that footage . . .
July 7th, 2009 at 8:33 am
Jimmy’s “toe-tap” trigger mechanism is obviously working. Just like Rhyno, J-Roll has a timing issue with staying back on pitches. Now, Jimmy is getting a much better look at pitches, resulting in longer ABs and more walks (like the a great lead-off man shove have). This toe-tapping is something he’s done in the past and it’s a key to his present (and future) offensive success…After tonight’s game, the Phils will reach the 81-game mark, i.e., the official end of the 1st half. I am looking for them to go on a nice run now. Jimmy’s problems will be a distant memory soon. Raul will be back in the line-up. It’s looks like Lidge may actually turning into a 1-2-3-type closer. (I don’t remember too many 1-2-3 9ths last year). Happ is blossoming before our eyes. Blanton is pitching well. Eyre is back (he was impressive last night giving up no runs after having runners on 2nd and 3rd with no outs). Seoul Man has found his mojo in the pen. Condrey will be back soon. Inter-leauge play is over (until the WS). The annual June swoon is in the rear-view mirror. Yeap, I think the Phils can run away with the NL East, despite losing a #2 starter for the season…With all the arms down on the farm, forget about going after Pedro…or Jarrod Washburn…or Bedard…or anyone other than Oswalt or Halladay. Hell, I think we can win it all again with a playoff rotation Hollywood, Father Time, Country Joe, and Call Me Jay.
July 7th, 2009 at 8:45 am
The toe-tap is definitely working big time right now.
I’m still stunned every time I see the final score from last night’s game. What’s truly amazing is all of the runs scored with two outs — 12 of em. Those 8 runs with 2 outs in the first is really remarkable.
And what a game Cole pitched. Hopefully that will put the clamps down on the panic for a little while.
July 7th, 2009 at 9:07 am
In 1985 the Phillies scored 27 on the Muts. It was the Von Hayes two home run first inning game. They scored 9 runs in the 1st in that one.
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July 7th, 2009 at 10:12 am
now is the time to unload these people. we are clearly streaking and out of it. no one but me sees it.
July 7th, 2009 at 11:11 am
I was at the game last night, and when I walked in it was 7-0, and I was annoyed because I felt like I had missed all the action. I only got to see 15 runs scored.
I just caught the thing on ESPN with Jimmy. It was really nice. As much as I get on Jimmy for some of his at-bats and the occasional bonehead play in the field, I have known for a while what a great person he is.
In May of 2007, my brother is a school teacher and his class was selected to go to a Phillies game and be on the field at during batting practice. But there were massive storms before the game and batting practice was cancelled. So the kids were all just standing around in a concourse area under the stadium. And the kids were really upset, and some of the stadium staff was no so polite to them. And Jimmy Rollins came out to talk to them. He spent about 45 minutes with the kids. He talked to them about all sorts of things, answered all of their questions. He even yelled at them for not having enough school pride. He even ran into the locker room to get a few posters autographs by some of the players. Jimmy really does a lot of stuff for the community, but he does not publicize it as much as some players.
July 7th, 2009 at 7:25 pm
I was at last night’s game and the fans spent more time standing and clapping then sitting in the first inning. The left field ball girl received a healthy set of boos for not getting out of the way of a ball hit by Shane down the line. It was a possible triple which would have allowed him to hit for the cycle. But I still have to vote for Pedro who is having a better year.
Wow, Amanda, not sure where you’re getting the facts on your quoted numbers . “It was the first time since 1900 that the Phillies beat an opponent by at least twenty runs?” “The last time the Phillies pounded 22 runs was in 1986 against the New York Mets?.
Must be my Irish luck for Phillies high score wins at home. I attended the Rockies’s lost to the Phillies last year which set a previous Citizen Park record with a 20-5 win, and then Muts lost to us 26-7 in old Vet stadium in ‘85.