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PHILS-FISH
Tonight: Kyle Kendrick (11-8, 5.06) is back like neon jackets
and pro keds (just you wait) when he takes on Chris Volstad (4-3, 3.32) and the
Marlins at Citizens
Bank Park.
While the Phillies have been locked in
playoff races - they start the night 1.5 back in the East and three back in the
wild card - the once mighty Marlins have fallen out of contention. Still, they played spoiler last year and have
the talent to do it again, so lets hope the Phils come out sharp and ready to
go.
The Pitchers: The 21-year-old rookie has given the Marlins quality innings since he arrived in the bigs. He’s coming off a no-decision against the Braves where he gave up three runs in six innings - still, he might be running into the rookie wall, he walked five and is over his previous IP high.
Kendrick’s struggles have been a little better documented. He has an ERA over nine in his past five starts and was just bumped from the rotation in favor of Cole Hamels. With J.A. Happ throwing Thursday the pressure is just a little greater for Kendrick, as he knows he may be pitching for his job.
The Players: The Marlins entire infield continues to rake and all have over 20 home runs. Jimmy Rollins will try and counter, the reigning MVP is hitting .362 in his last 16 games and stole three bags last night.
The Meaning: A win today puts heat on the Mets and Brewers, a loss takes the Phils one step closer to watching October on the small screen.
Now, your blog report from around the Philly world …
Phillies
Meech knows how to get linked-to. Oh Sarge, will you ever stop entertaining?
Crashburn Alley explains just how Jamie Moyer is as good as he is
Scroll down John Finger’s clips to find out the Mets’ answer to Mike Schmidt
Eagles
Rich Hofmann says that Pacman Jones is running his mouth already. If I were him I think I’d concentrate more on staying out of jail and less on being a dbag. To each their own though, I suppose.
Iggles Blog says that the upcoming game is must-win for Dallas. It’s wrong - no such thing in week two - but interesting.
Will Leitch thinks Monday night might be a pretty big game
Bleed Eagles Green is Picking Fights
Enrico talks about his experience at opening game
Sixers
Hoopsworld has the Sixers over the Celts
Flyers
nothing
