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Shane Victorino

Outfielder
Position
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R

Contract: Signed through 2008

  • Height: 5-9
  • Weight: 160 lbs
  • Born: Nov 30, 1980

  • Debut: April 2, 2003

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Newsbreakers

November 4, 2009

Shane Victorino is in the Phillies' lineup for Game 6 on Wednesday, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Todd Zolecki. X-Rays on his index finger were negative.

Our View:

Victorino wasn't going to let a little finger injury keep him out of the World Series, so there was never really any doubt he would play tonight. The Phils have their full lineup in tact, and they are ready to try and take this series to Game 7.

November 3, 2009

Shane Victorino expects to play in game six of the World Series on Wednesday despite the bruised finger he suffered in game five, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

The contusion he suffered after getting hit by an A.J. Burnett pitch in the first inning on Monday made it hard for him to grip a bat, but the swelling should be down by game time Wednesday. Victorino is a gamer, and will surely play.

October 21, 2009

Shane Victorino had another big night for the Phillies on Wednesday as they clinched another NL title with their 10-4 win over the Dodgers. Victorino went 2-for-4 with a home run, a run scored, and three RBI in the win.

Our View:

Vicorino has been absolutely destroying the ball this postseason, and his average is at .368 in the playoffs. When Victorino is hitting, especally the long ball, the Phils stand a very good chance of winning games. He will need to carry this hot streak over to the World Series.

October 18, 2009

Shane Victorino did it all on Sunday to help the Phillies to an 11-0 smashing of the LA Dodgers in Game 3 of the NLCS. Victorino went 2-for-3 with a home run, two runs scored, three RBI, two walks, and a stolen base in the win.

Our View:

Victorino made his presence felt on the bases and with the long ball tonight in the Phillies' domination of the NL West champs. He is a catalyst of this offense, and when he has nights like this, the Phils are extremly difficult to beat.

September 28, 2009

Shane Victorino was productive in tonight's 8-2 loss to the Astros at Citizens Bank Park, as he went 2-for-4 with a double and a triple. He also scored a run.

Our View:

He now has 12 triples for 2009, tying him with Stephen Drew for the NL lead.

September 20, 2009

After sitting out two and a half games with a stomach virus, Shane Victorino got ejected in the first inning of his return to action on Sunday, according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki.

Our View:

A highly frustrating weekend for Victorino owners who are likely in the playoffs right now. He was ejected for arguing an out call at second base on a steal attempt. He likely won't get suspended.

September 20, 2009

After missing two games with a stomach virus, Shane Victorino is back in the Phillies lineup on Sunday, according to David Murphy of the Philadelphia Daily News.

Our View:

Victorino will be patrolling his usual center field and batting out of the two-hole against the Braves and Tommy Hanson.

September 19, 2009

The News Journal reports that Shane Victorino is not in Saturday's lineup due to a stomach illness.

Our View:

The Flyin' Hawaiian missed yesterday's game as well. The good news is he's feeling better and Manager Charlie Manuel just wanted to give him an extra day of rest. He will be replaced once again by Ben Francisco.

September 18, 2009

Shane Victorino is not in the Phillies' lineup for the game against Atlanta on Friday. He will be replaced by Ben Francisco in center field.

Our View:

The Flyin' Hawaiian is still dealing with a stomach ailment, and he didn't feel well enough to go tonight. He shouldn't miss too much more time, but check back tomorrow for another update.

September 13, 2009

Shane Victorino was 2-for-4 with a home run, a run scored, and two RBI in the Phillies' 5-4 win over the Mets. Victorino now has 10 homers on the year.

Our View:

Victorino upped his average to an even .300 with his performance today, and he is having a very nice fantasy season. He is still a running threat, and he can also score and drive in runs.

September 6, 2009

Shane Victorino is not in the Phillies' lineup for their Sunday afternoon game against the Astros. This is just a routine day-off for Victorino.

Our View:

The Flyin' Hawaiian will be relaxing today, as he will watch his teammates try to beat the Astros. Victorino is hitting .296 on the year with nine homers and 22 stolen bases.

August 13, 2009

According to MLBlogs.com, Phillies' center fielder Shane Victorino has filed a complaint with Chicago police concerning the incident of the fan dumping a full beer on him during Wednesday night's game. Victorino said he does not plan to press charges.

Our View:

Victorino said he didn't even realize what had happened until after the play was over, and he seemed pretty laid back about the whole thing. He won't press charges, but he did think it was important enough to file a complaint, so it will be up to the authorities now.

August 9, 2009

Shane Victorino was ejected in the top of the seventh inning on Sunday for arguing as he ran on the field to take his defensive position.

Our View:

He was arguing a controversial strike call on Ryan Howard from the bottom of the sixth inning. He had to be subdued by many teammates, and could be in line for a suspension.

August 7, 2009

Todd Zolecki reports that Shane Victorino was held out of the Phillies lineup on Friday due to "a little soreness in his quad."

Our View:

So his absence doesn't appear to be related to his recent knee troubles. The move is apparently only a precaution, and Victorino has proven adept at playing through pain, so expect him to be back in the lineup on Saturday.

August 7, 2009

Shane Victorino is not in the Phillies' lineup for their Friday night game against the struggling Marlins. Victorino will be replaced by Jason Werth in center field.

Our View:

Victorino has been suffering from a bit of a knee injury as of late, and he will not play tonight against Florida starter Ricky Nolasco. Victorino should return to the lineup over the weekend, and we will keep you updated on his status.

August 4, 2009

Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports that Shane Victorino will be back in the Phillies lineup on Tuesday after missing the team's last four games with a banged up knee.

Our View:

Four games is an unusually long absence for the hard-nosed Victorino, but he should be his usual chaos-creating self on Tuesday. Start him without hesitation.

August 1, 2009

Outfielder Shane Victorino (knee) admits that he may not be able to play until Tuesday, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports. He had fluid drained from his left knee on Friday.

Our View:

The Phillies will likely play it safe with Victorino, especially given that Monday is an off-day. Ben Francisco will start in his place.

July 31, 2009

According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, Shane Victorino and his injured knee should avoid the disabled list.

Our View:

The Flyin' Hawaiian likely won't return to the lineup until Saturday or Sunday, but it looks as if he won't be out for an extended period of time. His knee has already improved significantly, so a few more days off and he should be ready to go. Plus, he's gamer and will find his way back into the lineup any way he can. New addition Ben Francisco will start in his place. Adjust your lineups accordingly.

July 30, 2009

Shane Victorino's left knee is "very very sore" and the star centerfielder is unsure of whether or not he will play tonight in San Francisco, according to The Wilmington Journal.

Our View:

Knowing Victorino, he'll be in the lineup. Check back for updates.

July 29, 2009

Shane Victorino left the team's game in Arizona in the eighth inning on Wednesday night with a bruised left knee, according to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki.

Our View:

Victorino is a high energy player who routinely sacrifices his body. He's going to get a lot of bumps and bruises, but he's rarely seriously hurt. He shouldn't be out long, but stay tuned for updates.

July 28, 2009

Shane Victorino powered the Phillies to a 4-3 win over the Diamondbacks on Tuesday. Victorino went 3-for-5 with a double, a home run, two runs scored, and two RBI.

Our View:

Victorino is proving his worth as an All-Star as of late, as he is just destroying the baseball in July. The speed is always there, but he is starting to produce homers and RBI, which makes him an outstanding fantasy outfielder. He is hitting .319 on the season and now has three homers this month.

July 25, 2009

Shane Victorino pummeled Cardinal pitching to the tune of a 4-for-4, three-run, three-RBI day. He also hit his eight homer of the season the Phillies 14-6 blowout win.

Our View:

Victorino is red hot this month. Since July started he's raised his average from .294 to a season high .318. He's also ripped two homers and driven in 12. Ride him while he's hot.

July 13, 2009

According to MLB.com's Todd Zolecki, National League All-Star manager Charlie Manuel has chosen Shane Victorino to start in center field in tomorrow's game in place of the injured Carlos Beltran.

Our View:

This seems like a little bit of homerism on the part of Manuel, as Brad Hawpe and Justin Upton both have better overall statistics, but Victorino should still play solidly for the senior circuit in center.

July 10, 2009

Shane Victorino went 3-for-4 with a run scored in tonight's 3-2 win over the Pirates at Citizens Bank Park. He hit two doubles and a single.

Our View:

Victorino has a hit in five straight games, and leads the Phillies with a .314 batting average and 62 runs scored. He also paces the club with 15 stolen bases.

July 9, 2009

Shane Victorino has earned the final spot on the NL All-Star squad, according to ESPN.

Our View:

Victorino received 15.6 million votes to edge Pablo Sandoval of San Francisco for the final spot. He is hitting .308 with six homers, 40 RBI, 61 runs scored and 15 stolen bases.

July 8, 2009

Shane Victorino singled in the game winning run in the ninth inning on Wednesday, as the Phillies beat the Reds 3-2 in Philadelphia.

Our View:

Victorino may have put his All-Star game "final vote" candidacy over the top with that hit. Even if he doesn't win it, he's worthy of an All-Star birth. He's batting .308 with six home runs, 40 RBIs, 61 runs and 15 steals in 2009.

July 6, 2009

Shane Victorino had a huge day against the Reds on Monday, going 4-for-5 with a home run, two doubles, four RBI, five runs and a walk.

Our View:

Victorino now has at least three hits his three of his past four games. He should continue to yield fine production from the top of Philadelphia's lineup while also showing a bit of pop from time to time.

July 4, 2009

Shane Victorino went 3-for-5 with a run scored and an RBI as the Phillies beat the Mets 4-1 on the Fourth of July.

Our View:

Victorino has had a fairly quiet 2009, but is still a solid outfielder in every format.

June 21, 2009

Shane Victorino went 2-for-3 with a single and a double in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Baltimore at Citizens Bank Park.

Our View:

Victorino raised his season average to .304, and leads the Phillies with 83 hits and 19 doubles. He extended his hitting streak to 10 games as well.

June 5, 2009

Shane Victorino remained out of the Phillies' lineup Friday while nursing his strained hip, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

He sat out two straight games, but could draw back into the lineup Saturday. We will keep you posted on his status.

June 4, 2009

Shane Victorino remains out of the Phillies' lineup while dealing with a strained left hip, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

Victorino is not in tonight's lineup at Los Angeles, but feels good enough to pinch-hit if needed. He does not believe his ailment will linger, and is considered day-to-day.

June 3, 2009

Shane Victorino left Wednesday's game with a strained left hip, according to the AP. He will be reevaluated on Friday.

Our View:

Victorino is in the midst of another solid season. He has 17 walks compared to 20 strikeouts. His 38 runs scored ranks sixth in the NL. Stay tuned for updates on the injury.

May 26, 2009

Shane Victorino was 4-for-5 with two doubles and an RBI in the Phillies' 5-3 win over the Marlins on Tuesday.

Our View:

The Flyin' Hawaiian is hitting just .284 this season, but has a nine game hitting streak and has 15 hits over that stretch. He's not a good source of power, but if he gets the average up he's a solid fantasy contributor. He makes his bones on runs, steals and AVG.

May 12, 2009

Shane Victorino has been moved to the leadoff spot in the Phillies' batting order for Tuesday's game. He is replacing shortstop Jimmy Rollins, who will hit fifth.

Our View:

Victorino has been very good this year, and he is a perfect fit in the leadoff spot. His run totals should increase if he stays in the top spot, but his RBI may decline a bit. Victorino owners should monitor this situation over the next few games to see where he hits.

May 8, 2009

Shane Victorino is riding a 16-game hitting streak, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Our View:

He will try to extend the streak tonight against the Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Victorino is hitting .321 over 190 career at-bats versus Atlanta, and collected two hits in his last meeting.

May 5, 2009

Shane Victorino drove Cardinal pitchers crazy on Tuesday. The pesky outfielder was 4-for-5 with a home run, a double, three RBI and three runs scored in a 10-7 slug fest winner.

Our View:

The Flyin Hawaiian raised his average to .308 and now has four homers and 19 RBI on the season. Known mostly for his speed, defense and ability to hit for average, Victorino has put up decent power numbers so far this season. He has now racked up 12 extra-base hits.

April 26, 2009

Outfielder Shane Victorino went 2-for-5 with a double, one run, and four RBI in Sunday's win over the Marlins.

Our View:

Victorino is on a seven-game hitting streak and has pushed his average up from .222 to .268. He is also on a rare RBI tear with eight over the last three games. Shane remains a very solid mixed league outfielder.

April 25, 2009

Shane Victorino was 2-for-5 with a triple, a run scored, and a stolen base as the Phillies beat the Marlins 6-4.

Our View:

Victorino is hitting just .258 but he has managed 12 runs, nine RBI, three steals, two home runs, and two triples. Expect the average to come up soon.

April 24, 2009

Shane Victorino hit a grand slam off of Marlins closer Matt Lindstrom in the ninth inning of the Phillies' come from behind 7-3 win on Friday. It was Victorino's only hit of the game.

Our View:

The Flyin' Hawaiian and the rest of the Phillies were victimized by a brilliant effort from starter Josh Johnson, but they got to Lindstrom in a big way. Victorino now has two homers on the young season.

April 17, 2009

Outfielder Shane Victorino went 2-for-5 with a pair of steals and two runs in Friday's loss to the Padres.

Our View:

It's nice to see Victorino finally on the board in the stolen base department. He is off to a bit of a slow start this season, but we're not at all worried.

January 20, 2009

The Phillies have avoided salary arbitration with Shane Victorino by signing the outfielder to a one-year deal, according to Comcast Sportsnet Philadelphia. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Our View:

Victorino looks to remain a solid fantasy outfielder for 2009. He scored 102 runs last season, with 14 homers, 58 RBI and 36 stolen bases. He also held a favorable batting average at .293.

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