Sorry I didn't post this any sooner, but I've been away from the internet for the last two days, so I'm sure you've all heard the news by now. The Phillies decided to decline Pedro Feliz's option for the 2010 season, making him a free agent and leaving them with a hole at third base heading into the free agent season.
In his two years in Philadelphia, Pedro never reached the same level of offensive prowess that he had in San Francisco, but he did have a knack for the clutch hits whenever he seemed to come up in a big situation. Who can forget Game Five of the World Series against Tampa last season, or Game Four this year? Of course, in most games, he was the prototypical free swinger, with a .305 on base percentage over the last two seasons.
The Phillies haven't ruled out bringing him back if they can't work any of the other options that are out there for third basemen this offseason, however. Luckily, there are some decent options in place. Chone Figgins, Adrian Beltre and Mark DeRosa would be upgrades at the position, and I've heard that the Phils are looking hard at Beltre, who is similar to Feliz in many ways, but does seem to have more power at the plate, and a better range at third base. No matter what happens now, the Phils obviously have to take care of this, and they believe they can go grab one of the bigger names out there at third base. They're going to have to at this point, since I don't think anyone wants Greg Dobbs to start there all season.
If you don't come back for less money, take care Pedro. You weren't the flashiest player, but I always enjoyed watching you as a Phillie. You'll always be loved for the game winning hit of the 2008 World Series in my mind, at least.
Philly.com: Phillies decline option on Feliz
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