Recap

April 1, 2012

Spring training has come to a close and On the Board Philly is finally open, just in time for opening day.

Although the season has not even started yet, the Phillies have already been hit with the injury bug.

Chase Utley continues to have problems with his knee, and Ryan Howard suffered an infection in his achilies during his recovery from the surgery.

The Phils will not have either player for the start of the season, and there is strill no concete return date for either of them.

Plus there is the issue with Cole Hamels. His contract is up at the end of the season, and he is expected to get a huge pay day.

Teh Marlins and the Nationals are a lot better now, and the Braves are still a good team as well. With the injuries and issues the Phillies are dealing with right now, the NL East will not be a cakewalk like it was in 2011.

But the Phillies are still a dominant team, equipped with three of the best pitchers in the game in Doc, Lee, and Hamels.

There is still plenty to be excited about for the Phillies this season.

When opening day finally arrives, On The Board will be ready.