Phil Watson
I am a veteran of 20-plus years in the newspaper industry as a writer and editor, with my roots as a sports writer and later in my career transitioning to news. I also assisted with the development and maintenance of a newspaper website and also have experience in the advertising arena. I am currently a self-employed sports commentator with a syndicated radio show and blog.
Toronto Blue Jays preview: All-in for AL East crown in 2013
The return of Joey Bats is the cherry on top of a spectacular offseason for the Toronto Blue Jays and their fans. (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press) The Toronto Blue Jays last sampled the postseason in 1993 when More...
Washington Nationals a logical destination for Kyle Lohse
Kyle Lohse may be heading from one playoff contender to another. (Robert Beck/Getty Images) So, how is it that a guy with a 30-11 record, 3.11 ERA and 1.13 WHIP in 63 starts over the last two seasons isn’t More...
Baseball winter meetings a tradition more than a century old
Jackie Robinson opted to retire rather than play for the New York Giants. (Getty Images) The Major League Baseball world has descended upon Nashville, Tenn., this week for the annual winter meetings. The winter More...
Second time with same club not always a charm for managers
John Gibbons’ first tenure as manager of the Toronto Blue Jays was best-known for this 2006 confrontation with pitcher Ted Lilly, left. Gibbons managed the Jays from 2004-08 and was hired last week for a second More...
