Phillies Pitcher Throws Shutout, Watch Celebration
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 15: Cristian Pache #19 of the Philadelphia Phillies has water dumped on him by teammates Brandon Marsh #16 and Bryson Stott #5 after hitting a walk-off single in the 10th inning to defeat the Colorado Rockies 2-1 in a game at Citizens Bank Park on April 15, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. All players are wearing the number 42 in honor of Jackie Robinson Day. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
It’s about TIME that a starting Phillies pitcher really decided to make a huge impact for a long portion of a game. Call it management or workload, it’s just you don’t see pitchers going past the seventh inning much anymore.
In fact, this is only the second complete game and second complete game shutout of the season. The other? Ronel Blanco of the Houston Astros who threw a no-hitter as well.
Watch This EPIC Game Saving Play At Home Plate
Ranger Suarez, Phillies Pitcher Throws Shutout
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – APRIL 16: Phillies pitcher Ranger Suarez #55 salutes the crowd after pitching a complete game shutout against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park on April 16, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Rockies 5-0. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
A big congrats to Ranger Suarez for this huge accomplishment. Baseball has changed massively since it’s beginning. Pitchers used to finish games all the time, now not so much. In fact, pitchers are throwing harder now than ever before. That leads to fatigue and injury more often so most pitchers are kept on pitch counts.
Watch the celebration here!
Who Is Ranger Suarez?
He was signed as an international free agent in 2012 out of our the Venezuelan Summer League. But it wasn’t until 2018 for him to make his Major League debut. 2022 was a big year for Suarez being named the third starter on the Phillies rotation. He helped them to a National League pennant that year.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – APRIL 16: Ranger Suarez #55 and translator Diego D’Aniello of the Philadelphia Phillies pitcher have water and gum poured on them by Bryson Stott #5 after the game against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park on April 16, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Rockies 5-0. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Phillies Pitcher Finds Huge Success
A big congratulations to Ranger, who is a fan and crowd favorite, for the epic accomplishment. The Phillies (as of April 17th) improved to 10-8 for the season, second place in the National League East.
12 Food & Drink Options Debuting at Citizens Bank Park
Citizens Bank Park became the home of the Philadelphia Phillies 20 years ago, and the ballpark will debut new food and special merchandise options as part of a year-long milestone celebration.
Jim Thome and company christened the ballpark in 2004. Ryan Howard helped bring a World Series to Philadelphia in 2008, and Bryce Harper hopes to bring another. While the most passionate MLB fan base watches the Fightin’ Phils, they can also enjoy the best eats of any MLB ballpark.
Citizens Bank Park Food Options
Nothing can replace the good old American hot dog. Peanuts and crackers might be another tradition, but why limit youself given the incredible list of food options at Citizens Bank Park?
You’ve tried Bull’s BBQ and Chickie’s and Pete’s crab fries for two decades at the home of the Philadelphia Phillies. You’ve probably mixed the classics with newer options like the Schwarburger. Combine it all with brand new options like the bratwurst sandwich or the buffalo chicken hoagies from Greens and Grains.
If you’re feeling up to it, wash it down with one of those crazy beer bats while you’re at it. Do anything that helps you enjoy the crack of the bat and the summer atmosphere.
It’s all part of the Citizens Bank Park experience when the Phillies are back in the conversation as a World Series contender.
Dan Baker rolled out his best Harry Kalas impersonation to introduce former Phillies great Mickey Morandini. The Phillie Phanatic, of course, won’t miss a beat or a good food option at Citizens Bank Park this summer. The classic ballpark atmosphere will send chills down the spines of Phillies fans from Opening Day through Red October.
The summer serenity of the ballpark hits Philadelphia as much as the Jersey Shore or a celebration of America’s birthplace on the 4th of July. Citizens Bank Park is once again the place to be.
Jeff Kurkjian is the morning show co-host on "The Andie Summers Show" on 92.5 XTU, Philly's Country Station. He's the nationally syndicated show host of "Jeff Kurkjian's Backstage Country." As a content creator for 92.5 XTU he shares his perspective of being a dad, husband, country music and sports, specifically baseball.
