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Yankees | Halladay would be No. 3 starter
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:32:45 -0800

Mark Feinsand, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Yankees would use Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay as their No. 3 starter behind SPs CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett if they acquire Halladay this winter. The Yankees have their sights set on signing either Halladay or Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee if both become free agents after the 2010 season, according to a source with knowledge of the situation. The Yankees may be forced to trade players such as C Jesus Montero and OF Austin Jackson in a package with either Ps Phil Hughes or Joba Chamberlain.

Phillies | Pick up Lee's option
Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:02:37 -0800

Andrew Johnson, of FanHouse.com, reports the Philadelphia Phillies picked SP Cliff Lee's $8 million option for the 2010 season Friday, Nov. 6, according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki.

Phillies | Undecided on extension for Lee
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:24:48 -0800

Andy Martino and Jim Salisbury, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, report the Philadelphia Phillies have not decided if they will offer a contract extension to SP Cliff Lee in the offseason. The team holds a $9 million option on him for the 2010 season.

Phillies | Haven't decided whether to offer Lee extension
Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:50:42 -0800

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Andy Martino reports Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said the team hasn't decided whether they will offer SP Cliff Lee an extension in the offseason, but they have discussed the possibility.

Phillies | Lee could pitch in Game 7
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:11:46 -0800

Barry M. Bloom, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee may be asked to start in a potential Game 7 of the World Series. "I'll pitch whenever they want me to pitch," Lee said. "That's about as clear as I can say it. I'm ready whenever. I don't really get that sore, so I'll be ready to pitch whenever they want me to. If it's going to help the team win, I'm in."

Phillies | Lee picks up Game 5 victory
Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:14:41 -0800

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee picked up the win in Game 5 of the World Series Monday, Nov. 2, when his team scored an 8-6 victory over the New York Yankees.

Phillies | Lee could start Game 4
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:12:26 -0700

SportingNews.com reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee will likely start Game 4 of the World Series if the team loses Game 3. If Lee does not start Game 4, SP Joe Blanton will likely get the call.

Phillies | Lee may have driven his price up to $100 million
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:24:51 -0700

SI.com's Jon Heyman reports the Philadelphia Phillies may try to sign SP Cliff Lee to an extension in the offseason, but he has likely driven his worth up to $100 million.

Phillies | Lee's complete game first since 2003
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 03:30:27 -0700

Updating a previous item, The Washington Post reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee's complete game in Game 1 of the World Series Wednesday, Oct. 28, marked the first complete game since then-Florida Marlins SP Josh Beckett threw one in 2003.

Phillies | Lee dominant in Game 1
Wed, 28 Oct 2009 21:02:47 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee gave up six hits while striking out 10 and walking none in a complete-game win in Game 1 of the World Series Wednesday, Oct. 28. He improved to 3-0 with an 0.54 ERA this postseason.

Phillies | Lee to start Game 1 of World Series
Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:04:23 -0700

Updating a previous report, The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee will start Game 1 of the World Series against the New York Yankees Wednesday, Oct. 28. Lee could receive three starts in the World Series if needed.

Phillies | Lee expected to start Game 1 of World Series
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 15:18:49 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee is expected to start Game 1 of the World Series next week. SP Cole Hamels could receive the nod in Game 2.

Phillies | Pedro, Lee lined up for Games 6 and 7
Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:20:10 -0700

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Andy Martino reports Philadelphia Phillies SPs Pedro Martinez and Cliff Lee are set to pitch in Games 6 and 7 of the NLCS, if necessary.

Phillies | Lee having a banner postseason
Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:17:57 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee is 2-0 with a 0.74 ERA in three postseason starts.

Phillies | Lee strikes out 10 in NLCS Game 3 win
Sun, 18 Oct 2009 23:00:20 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee struck out 10 and allowed only three hits in eight innings of an 11-0 shutout against the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday, Oct. 18, in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series.

Phillies | Lee will start Game 3
Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:59:34 -0700

MLB.com's Todd Zolecki reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee will start Game 3 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday, Oct. 18.

Phillies | Lee to start NLCS Game 3
Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:36:57 -0700

Chico Harlan, of The Washington Post, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee has been tapped to start Game 3 of the National League Championship Series.

Phillies | Pitching rotation suggested
Wed, 14 Oct 2009 04:32:06 -0700

David Murphy, of The Philadelphia Daily News, speculated on a possible National League Championship Series pitching rotation for the Philadelphia Phillies. It is believed SP Cole Hamels will start Game 1, followed by either SP Pedro Martinez or SP Joe Blanton. SP Cliff Lee would take the hill in Game 3, followed by either Blanton or Martinez in Game 4.

Phillies | Three possibilities to start Game 2
Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:50:08 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SPs J.A. Happ, Pedro Martinez and Joe Blanton are all candidates to start Game 2 of the NLCS against the Los Angeles Dodgers Friday, Oct. 16. The team could also bring back SP Cliff Lee on short rest, but it is more likely that he will start Game 3 Sunday, Oct. 18.

Phillies | Lee produces two strong NLDS outings
Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:21:36 -0700

According to The Bucks County Courier Times, Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee worked 16 1/3 innings in the National League Division Series and allowed 11 hits and four runs. Only two of the four runs were earned.

Phillies | Lee to start Game 4
Sat, 10 Oct 2009 18:00:11 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee will start Game 4 of the National League Divisional Series.

Phillies | Lee dominates in Game 1 of NLDS
Wed, 07 Oct 2009 14:40:36 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee threw a six hitter to beat the Colorado Rockies 5-1 in Game 1 of the Divisional Series Wednesday, Oct. 7. He struck out five and had no walks in his first career playoff start. Lee retired 16 straight hitters at one point in the contest. He also singled and stole second base in the third inning, becoming the first pitcher in team history to steal a base in the playoffs.

Phillies | Lee to start Game 1
Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:10:14 -0700

ESPN.com reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee will start Game 1 of the Divisional Series against the Colorado Rockies and SP Cole Hamels will be the starter for Game 2.

Phillies | Lee shaky in final regular-season outing
Thu, 01 Oct 2009 20:13:04 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (7-4) gave up four runs (three earned) and seven hits while striking out six in 5 2/3 innings in a defeat against the Houston Astros Thursday, Oct. 1. He is a strong candidate to start Game 1 of the team's Divisional Series. Since going 5-0 with a 0.68 ERA in his first five starts with the team, Lee is 2-4 with a 6.13 ERA in his last seven. He extended his career high in innings this season to 231.

Phillies | Pedro to start Wednesday
Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:43:56 -0700

The Philadelphia Daily News' David Murphy reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez (neck) will start Wednesday, Sept. 30. This puts SP Cliff Lee in position to start Game 1 of the Divisional Series on five days of rest.

Phillies | Lee loses Friday
Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:50:31 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (7-3) allowed nine hits in six innings to lose to the Milwaukee Brewers Friday, Sept. 25. He has now allowed four runs or more in four of his last six starts, including three six-run appearances.

Phillies | Pedro's start pushed back
Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:19:28 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Pedro Martinez's (neck) next start has been pushed back to Saturday, Sept. 26, against the Milwaukee Brewers. SP Cliff Lee will start Friday, Sept. 25.

Phillies | Lee tosses six-hitter Tuesday
Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:20:05 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (7-2) threw a six-hitter to beat the Washington Nationals Tuesday, Sept. 15. He struck out nine and walked three to tally his second shutout and sixth complete game of the year. Lee was 1-2 with a 9.60 ERA in his last three starts after allowing three earned runs in his first five starts with the team. He has 13 career complete games and four career shutouts.

Phillies | Lee allows five in win
Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:57:40 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (6-2) allowed five runs and 10 hits in seven-plus innings to beat the Washington Nationals Wednesday, Sept. 9.

Phillies | Lee struggles Friday
Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:05:46 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (5-2) struggled for his second straight start in a loss to the Houston Astros Friday, Sept. 4. He allowed six runs and nine hits in just three innings. Lee gave up more than three runs for just the sixth time in 29 starts this year. He has allowed four home runs in his last two starts after not giving up any in his previous six. Lee pitched fewer than six innings for only the fifth time this season.

Phillies | Lee suffers first loss with team Saturday
Sun, 30 Aug 2009 10:10:32 -0700

The Associated Press reports that Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee allowed six runs on 10 hits over five innings Saturday, Aug. 29, against the Atlanta Braves. He walked none and struck out five, falling to 12-10 on the year. It was his first loss in six starts with the team. Lee also gave up his first three homers in a Phillies uniform, after only allowing 10 in 192 innings this season entering Saturday's game.

Phillies | Re-signing Lee may be tough
Fri, 28 Aug 2009 05:45:19 -0700

ESPN.com's Jayson Stark reports the Philadelphia Phillies may have trouble re-signing SP Cliff Lee to an extension. "(Lee's agent) Darek Braunecker is going to try to kill it with this guy," said an official of one team that looked into Lee before the trade deadline. "There's no doubt in my mind. He'll be looking for $100 million. And I don't blame him."

Phillies | Lee continues to win
Mon, 24 Aug 2009 14:17:22 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (5-0) did not allow an earned run in seven innings to beat the New York Mets Monday, Aug. 24, lowering his ERA with the team to 0.68 in five starts since being traded July 29. He is 12-9 overall this season. Lee gave up six hits and no walks while striking out five in the game.

Phillies | Lee solid again Wednesday
Wed, 19 Aug 2009 19:08:01 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (4-0) tossed a two hitter to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks Wednesday, Aug. 19. He gave up an unearned run and tied a career high with 11 strikeouts for his 12th career complete game and fifth of the year. Lee has a 0.82 ERA and two complete games in four starts since being traded. He retired the first nine batters and took a no-hitter into the sixth inning in the game. It was Lee's seventh straight win since a loss July 10.

Phillies | Lee wins third straight start
Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:09:48 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (3-0) won his third straight start since joining the team Thursday, Aug. 13, by beating the Chicago Cubs. He gave up one run and six hits in eight innings while striking out eight and walking three. It was his sixth straight win overall.

Phillies | Lee impressive Thursday
Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:48:43 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee (2-0) pitched seven impressive innings in his home debut Thursday, Aug. 6, to beat the Colorado Rockies. He gave up one run and six hits while striking out nine in the contest. Lee won his fifth straight start dating back to July 10. He struck out at least one batter in every inning Thursday.

Phillies | Lee earns complete game victory Friday
Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:09:31 -0700

Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee allowed one run on four hits over nine innings Friday, July 31, against the San Francisco Giants, according to The Associated Press. He walked two and struck out six, improving to 8-9 on the season. It was his fourth complete game of the year and the 11th of his career. Lee also went 2-for-4 at the plate with a double and a run scored.

Phillies | Lee to pitch Friday
Fri, 31 Jul 2009 01:33:16 -0700

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee will pitch for the team Friday, July 31, as he makes his National League debut.

Angels | Not serious contenders for Lee, Halladay
Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:43:54 -0700

Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim were not serious contenders for Philadelphia Phillies SP Cliff Lee and are not serious about Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay, according to a major league source.

Phillies | Reach agreement on Lee
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:41:56 -0700

FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports the Philadelphia Phillies have agreed to trade SP Jason Knapp, SP Carlos Carrasco, SS Jason Donald and C Lou Marson for Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee and OF Ben Francisco.

Phillies | Knapp the centerpiece to Lee offer
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 09:09:33 -0700

FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports the Philadelphia Phillies are in discussions with the Cleveland Indians about SP Cliff Lee and possibly another player for P Jason Knapp, SP Carlos Carrasco, SS Jason Donald and C Lou Marson.

Dodgers | Planning on making a push for Lee
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:58:23 -0700

FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports the Los Angeles Dodgers plan to make a late push for Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee.

Phillies | Front-runners for Lee
Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:45:54 -0700

FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports the Philadelphia Phillies look to be the front-runners for Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee.

Red Sox | Rumored trade for Lee untrue
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:43:38 -0700

MLB.com's Ian Browne reports the Boston Red Sox's rumored trade for Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee is untrue. It was reported that the Red Sox were sending the Indians SP Michael Bowden, OF Josh Reddick and another prospect.

Angels | Kendrick could be dealt
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:03:13 -0700

Mike DiGiovanna, of the Los Angeles Times, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim could throw 2B Howie Kendrick into a deal in order to acquire Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee.

Indians | Unlikely to package Lee, V-Mart in same deal
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:46:18 -0700

Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, of FOXSports.com, report it is very unlikely that the Cleveland Indians will package SP Cliff Lee and C Victor Martinez in the same deal.

Indians | Lee will become free agent after 2010 season
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:29:53 -0700

Ken Rosenthal, of FOXSports.com, reports Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee said he will test the free-agent market when his current deal expires after the 2010 season, according to his agent, Darek Braunecker. "I love Cleveland and I love being an Indian," Lee said. "I've always said I would prefer to play my entire career here. But I do understand the business and realize that it's extremely unlikely that will happen."

Angels | Shifting focus to Lee?
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 10:09:32 -0700

Jesse Sanchez, of MLB.com, reports the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim are apparently shifting their focus from Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay to Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee, according to Yahoo! Sports. The Angels are unwilling to part with SP Joe Saunders, SS Erick Aybar, SS Brandon Wood and another prospect for Halladay.

Phillies | May shift focus to Lee
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:55:39 -0700

Todd Zolecki, of MLB.com, reports the Philadelphia Phillies may shift their focus to acquiring Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee over Toronto Blue Jays SP Roy Halladay. The Phillies' chances of acquiring Halladay have decreased in recent days, according to several sources. There have been reports that talks between the Phillies and Blue Jays soured over the weekend as the teams differed on fair value for Halladay.

Indians | Odds not great that Lee will be dealt
Tue, 28 Jul 2009 08:59:51 -0700

FOXSports.com's Ken Rosenthal reports there is a 25 to 50 percent chance Cleveland Indians SP Cliff Lee is traded, according to a source with knowledge of the trade discussions.