Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Ruben Amaro: Joe Blanton Is Starting For Phillies In April

Cardinals right-hander Adam Wainwright appears headed for Tommy John surgery, which means St. Louis could be looking for a pitcher.

Naturally, Joe Blanton's name will pop up. The Phillies tried to trade Blanton after they signed Cliff Lee to a five-year, $120 million contract in December, but could not find a deal they liked. But Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. said Wednesday afternoon that Blanton is sticking around.

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