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I'm back with another semi-weekly minor league review, where we take a look at the various developmental levels of the Phillies' organization and some noteworthy players from each club. This time, it's a glance at some top performers of late, as well as those that aren't doing so well. Triple-A Lehigh Valley IronPigs… Who’s hot: RHP Jonathan Pettibone (pictured, right) has posted a 3-0 record with a 1.80 ERA in three starts this month for the IronPigs. Overall, combined with his time at Double-A Reading this season, Pettibone has tallied a 12-7 record with a 3.10 ERA and 100 strike outs in 142 1/3 innings. The 22-year-old was the Phillies' 3rd round draft selection in 2008. Who’s not: IF Cesar Hernandez is 5-for-31 (.161 avg) in his past eight games. In 16 games since his promotion to Lehigh Valley, the 22-year-old Hernandez has posted a .231 batting average. Right-handed starting pitcher Scott Elarton has gone 0-3 with a 6.98 ERA in four starts this month...

Mickey Morandini is a former Phillies All-Star that currently guides the Phils' stars of the future. Recently, the manager of the Class A Lakewood BlueClaws took some time to chat about his team as well as a few other Phillies prospects. Subjects include the rotation of shortstops in Lakewood this year, BlueClaws' lefty starter Ethan Stewart , Williamsport's Roman Quinn , Reading's Cody Asche and plenty more. Check out the media player below to hear that full interview with Mickey. _____________________________________________________ You can follow PhoulBallz on Twitter by clicking HERE . Also connect with PhoulBallz on Facebook by clicking HERE .

One of the Phillies' newest farmhands is 23-year-old Tim Carver , who was drafted in the 19th round this year, out of the University of Arkansas. Signed by the Phillies this past week, Carver was immediately assigned to the Class A Lakewood BlueClaws, who have had considerable offensive concerns from Carver's main position, shortstop, all season long. Carver made his professional debut on Friday as the 'Claws' lead-off man. A native of Fayetteville, AR, Carver is a great defender in the middle infield with exceptional range and a strong arm. Additionally, the 6-foot tall 185-pounder hit .299 this season, while hitting 2 homers, driving in 30 runs and stealing 15 bases with the Razorbacks'. His 79 hits led the team this year. This weekend, I spoke with the righty hitting Carver, who reached base three times in his first professional contest, singling in his initial at bat and walking twice. Check out the media player below to hear that full interview. _______...