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Thursday, July 24, 2008
Rollins Scratched, Myers Wild

The Phillies just announced that Jimmy Rollins has been scratched from this afternoon's lineup against the Mets at Shea Stadium. Eric Bruntlett is taking his place, and hitting leadoff.

We don't know why Rollins has been pulled, but when we do we'll let you know.

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Harry Kalas, who had surgery to repair a detached retina last Friday, has been cleared to return to work and will rejoin the team Saturday. He will travel with the team Sunday to Washington DC.

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Running behind schedule today because of the 12:10 p.m. first pitch, so here's a look back at last night's 6-3 loss. Jim Salisbury said it's too early to tell how Project Remedy has worked for Brett Myers. Billy Wagner didn't "suck it up" Tuesday, but shutdown the Phillies last night. And in the Phillies Notebook: So Taguchi knows he's not getting more playing time anytime soon and the chances of the Phillies getting Xavier Nady before the July 31 non-waiver trade deadline.

Posted by Todd Zolecki @ 12:43 PM  Permalink | 81 comments
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Posted by John in LA 12:33 PM, 07/24/2008
I know I'll get all the numbers on how Madson has been terrific this year - but he's the last guy I want on the mound when the game really matters.
Posted by John in LA 12:35 PM, 07/24/2008
I also agree with Truth - Utley's disappearance since the beginning of June has killed the Phils.
Posted by Ray 12:48 PM, 07/24/2008
I agree too, Utley just doesn't look the same. When he hits a pop up or fly ball, he runs with his head down. Body language shows total rejection.
Posted by MattS 12:52 PM, 07/24/2008
Todd, do you have any idea when they will tell us what's up with Rollins? At this point, is the team going to keep the cause of his scratching under wraps until the game is over?
Posted by lonewolf 12:59 PM, 07/24/2008
jimmy rollins had a career year last year while most of the top players had a down year,but rollins benefited from the small park just like ryan howard did the year before.rollins is a good player but not a great player,ryan howard is a good player but not a great player,chase utley could end up being a great player.
Posted by yahmpy 01:02 PM, 07/24/2008
Utley couldn't hit a beachball right now. And I'm tired of the left-handed guys on this team looking like they are just mailing it in when a left-handed pitcher faces them. Utley's just flailing at everything, and Howard is invisible. Way to step up in big spots, guys. Way to earn those paychecks. So freakin' frustrating praying for Burrell and Victorino to carry the team.
Posted by Patrick M 01:05 PM, 07/24/2008
LET'S ALL FREAK OUT!!
Posted by shoeshineboy 01:06 PM, 07/24/2008
Can this paper scratch Jim Salisbury from covering the team?
Posted by PattiA 01:17 PM, 07/24/2008
I was watching the pre-game interview with Jimmy Rollins last night with a friend who does not watch baseball. My friend asked me "What's wrong with that guy? (Jimmy) He looks tired." A good assessment from someone who knows nothing about the game. Something is wrong with Jimmy Rollins.
Posted by PYW 01:25 PM, 07/24/2008
The right-handers aren't exactly setting the world on fire against lefties either.
Posted by PattiA 01:26 PM, 07/24/2008
Rollins is sick.
Posted by RAS 01:27 PM, 07/24/2008
I think Milt Thompson's approach with the guys is becoming old and stale. He's a good guy and well liked, but I think they probably need a new perspective. So see ya Milt. How bout a varitable kook like John Kruk to liven up this bunch of zombies?
Posted by bobby 01:33 PM, 07/24/2008
OK, I'm finally ready to ask the question: Where is CHASE UTLEY?
Posted by Matt 01:37 PM, 07/24/2008
Bruntlett gets a leadoff double and we can't score. That's what is wrong with this team, not the pitching.
Posted by go 01:40 PM, 07/24/2008
two words- Home Run Derby suckas cant hit now!
About Todd Zolecki
Todd Zolecki is in his sixth season covering the Phillies. Born and raised in Milwaukee – he suffered through the Packers’ crushing loss to the Giants in the NFC Championship game at Lambeau Field in January – he graduated from the University of Minnesota with a journalism degree.
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