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Antonio Alfonseca | Relief Pitcher

Team:	Philadelphia Phillies
Age / DOB:	(41) / 4/16/1972
Ht / Wt:	6'5' / 250
Bats / Throws:	Right / Right
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MLB suspended RHP Antonio Alfonseca four games for throwing at Todd Helton during Thursday's game.

Alfonseca has appealed the suspension, so he'll be available to give up two or three runs tonight. Fri, Sep 14, 2007 05:23:00 PM

Phillies' Alfonseca suspended four games
Fri, Sep 14, 2007 05:23:00 PM
Phillies' Alfonseca tossed from game
Thu, Sep 13, 2007 10:20:00 PM
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Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonsca was ejected from Thursday's game in the seventh inning for throwing at Todd Helton.

Chase Utley and Jayson Werth had been hit previously in the game. Alfonseca may receive a two- or three-game suspension.

Thu, Sep 13, 2007 10:20:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonseca pitched a shutout 11th inning to earn the save for the Phillies on Tuesday.

After blowing the save, but winning on Sunday, Alfonseca nailed this one fairly easily. Having pitched six straight shutout outings, it looks like he may have some short-term value.

Tue, Jun 5, 2007 11:47:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonseca picked up his first save since 2002 by throwing a scoreless ninth versus the Braves on Saturday.

Alfonseca gave up a leadoff single to Scott Thorman, but he benefited from a nice play on a grounder from Chase Utley to get one out and then Jarrod Saltalamacchia's liner to left was hit at Michael Bourn for out No. 2. A routine fly ended it. Alfonseca entered the game with a 7.36 ERA and a 2.32 WHIP in eight appearances this month, so you'll excuse us if we continue to show little faith in him. Still, he's manager Charlie Manuel's preferred choice to close right now.

Sat, May 26, 2007 07:17:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

While the Phillies intend to use a closer-by-committee with Brett Myers out, manager Charlie Manuel indicated that Antonio Alfonseca might be the favorite for save opportunities.

"Alfonseca has been pitching pretty good for us, and he's done that (job) before," Manuel said. Alfonseca has given up 10 earned runs in 8 2/3 innings over his last 10 appearances, so Manuel clearly isn't going by the dictionary definition of the word good. Pick Alfonseca up at your own risk.

Thu, May 24, 2007 05:44:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonseca gave up three runs on Sunday and has allowed five runs in four innings this spring.

The Phillies want Alfonseca to one of their top setup men, but the only thing he really has going for him now is that he once saved 45 games in a season. He'll probably be on the Opening Day roster, but we'd given him a less than 50 percent chance of sticking around through the All-Star break.

Sun, Mar 18, 2007 05:14:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Phillies agreed to terms with RHP Antonio Alfonseca on a one-year deal.

Alfonseca, who was out of the league after being cut by the Rangers in June, gave up two runs and six hits in 9 1/3 innings in the Dominican Winter League. The Phillies are hopeful he'll settle in as a setup man, though they should be pleased if he just turns out to be an adequate middle reliever. He's had just one solid year in the last four.

Tue, Jan 23, 2007 06:43:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

According to his agent, Antonio Alfonseca has agreed to terms with the Phillies on a one-year deal.

Alfonseca was out of the league for the final 3 1/2 months of last year after being let go by the Rangers. He'd be a strong candidate to win a spot in Philadelphia's bullpen.

Source: Miami Herald

Sun, Jan 14, 2007 01:13:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Rangers placed RHP Antonio Alfonseca on waivers for the purpose of giving him his unconditional release.

The Rangers attempted to trade Alfonseca after designating him for assignment 10 days ago, but there weren't any takers. He might have to go to Triple-A for a little while.

Mon, Jun 19, 2006 01:36:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Rangers designated RHP Antonio Alfonseca for assignment.

Alfonseca had made just two appearances since coming off the DL, giving up two runs in an inning. Perhaps he'll be an adequate 12th pitcher if he gets back to the NL. As much success as he there two years ago, perhaps Atlanta will want him.

Fri, Jun 9, 2006 05:55:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Rangers activated RHP Antonio Alfonseca from the 15-day disabled list.

Alfonseca will work in middle relief in front of Akinori Otsuka and Francisco Cordero. No fantasy value.

Tue, Jun 6, 2006 11:49:00 PM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonseca (elbow) is expected to return from the disabled list Tuesday.

Alfonseca pitched poorly at Triple-A Sunday, but the Rangers will likely make room for him on the roster by designating D'Angelo Jimenez for assignment.

Source: Dallas Morning News

Tue, Jun 6, 2006 09:47:00 AM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonseca (elbow) pitched one inning at Triple-A Sunday, giving up two runs.

The Rangers reportedly haven't decided if they'll activate him for Tuesday's game or keep Alfonseca in the minors for a while longer.

Source: Dallas Morning News

Mon, Jun 5, 2006 10:17:00 AM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonseca (elbow) will make a appearance for Triple-A Oklahoma on Sunday.

Alfonseca is expected to be activated from the disabled list following this outing. D'Angelo Jimenez could be waived when Alfonseca is activated.

Source: Dallas Morning News

Sun, Jun 4, 2006 11:30:00 AM

Antonio Alfonseca - R - Phillies

Antonio Alfonseca (elbow) pitched a scoreless inning Wednesday in a rehab appearance for Triple-A Oklahoma.

Alfonseca wasn't expected to require a DL stint in the first place, but it's now been a week since he was eligible to be activated and he still hasn't returned to the active roster. As well as Rick Bauer and Ron Mahay are pitching, the Rangers just don't appear to have much use for Alfonseca. Still, there's a good chance he'll take Scott Feldman's spot sometime in the near future.

Thu, Jun 1, 2006 02:37:00 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
Pos	Role	Name
C	1	Carlos Ruiz D.L. Phillies placed C Carlos Ruiz on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to May 20, with a right hamstring strain. Ruiz was diagnosed with a Grade 2 strain of his hamstring and is expected to miss 3-4 weeks. It's a tough blow for the Phillies, who just got Ruiz back from his suspension less than one month ago. Erik Kratz and Humberto Quintero will fill in behind the plate once again. May 21
	2	Erik Kratz
1B	1	Ryan Howard
2B	1	Chase Utley Sidelined Chase Utley was a late scratch from Tuesday's lineup after feeling discomfort in his right side during batting practice. He'll be re-evaluated on Wednesday before the Phillies determine how much time he might miss. If it's an oblique issue that Utley is dealing with, obviously there's a good chance it could lead to a trip to the disabled list. Freddy Galvis is taking his spot at second base Tuesday. May 21
	2	Freddy Galvis
SS	1	Jimmy Rollins
3B	1	Michael Young
	2	Kevin Frandsen
LF	1	Domonic Brown
CF	1	Ben Revere
RF	1	Delmon Young
	2	John Mayberry
	3	Laynce Nix
Starting Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
S	1	Cole Hamels
	2	Roy Halladay D.L. Roy Halladay had surgery on Wednesday to remove a bone spur in his shoulder and repair his torn rotator cuff. Halladay is hoping to resume throwing in 6-8 weeks and will try to make it back before the end of the 2013 season. The veteran righty had an 8.65 ERA, 1.46 WHIP and 35/17 K/BB ratio over his first 34 1/3 innings this season. He can be dropped in all non-keeper leagues. May 16
	3	Cliff Lee
	4	Kyle Kendrick
	5	John Lannan D.L. John Lannan (quad) threw a bullpen session on Saturday afternoon in Clearwater, Florida. Lannan will throw off a mound again on Monday and should then progress to simulated games. If all goes well, he will join the Phillies at some point in early June. He's been on the disabled list since April 18 with a quad strain. May 18
	6	Jonathan Pettibone
	7	Tyler Cloyd
Relief Pitcher
Pos	Role	Name
R	1	Jonathan Papelbon
	2	Mike Adams D.L. Phillies placed RHP Mike Adams on the 15-day disabled list with a right back strain. Adams has been battling the injury for close to two weeks and the Phillies finally decided to shut him down for a bit. He's allowed to return before the end of May. May 20
	3	Antonio Bastardo
	4	Jeremy Horst
	5	Chad Durbin
	6	Phillippe Aumont
	7	Justin De Fratus
	8	B.J. Rosenberg

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