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Pulse of the Phan: PED's and the Media

In our second question to fans at Citizens Bank Park, we asked about the names of players that took PED's years ago being released. This is questioned because the players union was assured that the tests were going to be kept anonymous.

Look for us tonight as we interview more fans at the game tonight.

Should the names of players that used PED's years ago be released even though the agreement was that they were to be kept anonymous?

"I don't believe the names should be released. It didn't matter because of the times. There were numberous players using. Why should the few be penalized?"

- Dave Kowalski - Bordentown, NJ

"Yes because they didn't think they were going to get caught.

- Shane Gruber - Abbington, Pa

"Throw it away. There should be no astericks."

- John Dougherty - North East Philly

"No, that was the agreement. It's old s***, let it go.

- Jim - Vineland, NJ

"No, it wasn't necessarily in the rules. Despite the fact that it could be considered wrong, technically no one was breaking any rules."

- Anonymous - Ct

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Pulse of the Phan: The Phillies and the Trade Deadline

"The Pulse of the Phan" is a new feature on Phightin' Phils Phorum where we interview you, the real Phillies fan, and share your opinion with our readers. At last night's game we interviewed a great group of fans. Their opinions are below. You are encouraged to share your opinion in the comments section.

What trades do the Phillies need to make before the trade deadline?

"They need a starter badly. Bastardo has made two good starts but was not good in his last one. Every year it seems the Phillies have a good pitcher come up but in August they take a dive. Moyer is on the decline and may not make the entire year. The team has the 15th ranked ERA in the National League. Their offense can't carry them all season."

John Hull - Bordentown, NJ

"They need a right handed bat off the bench. Dobbs is only hitting 1 something. They need a righty to counter the left handers they face late in the game."

Taylor Martucci - Bordentown, NJ

"They need a starting pitcher. Their pitching is not as strong as it was last year. They need a strong number 2 or number 3 pitcher. They also need a utility player."

Michael - Media, Pa

"They need a starting pitcher. Jake Peavy or Dave Bush."

John Rogo - Abbington, Pa

"The Phillies need a starting pitcher. They are good all around. But with (Brett) Myers down, Jamie Moyer may not last, they need another starter."

Matt Lansberry, Boothwyn, Pa

"Starting pitcher. Third or fourth guy for the rotation."

Scott - Vineland, NJ

Our second question will be posted tomorrow.

Phillies vs. Blue Jays 6/17/09: Lineup, Live Game Chat and Interviews

Phightin' Phils Phorum will be at the Phillies and Blue Jays game this evening and will be hosting their first "Pulse of the Phan" survey. We will be asking fans their opinions on several issues relating to the Phillies and major league baseball then publishing them over the next few days. Look for us in Ashburn Alley before the game then around section 209 during the game to be interviewed.

Phillies Lineup 6/17/2009:

1. Rollins SS
2. Victorino CF
3. Utley 2B
4. Howard 1B
5. Ibanez LF
6. Werth RF
7. Feliz 3B
8. Coste C
9. Moyer P