After enjoying victories in three out of four games this past weekend in New York, the Phillies are in Pittsburgh this evening to take on the Pirates. The Phils will roll out reliable Joe Blanton this evening who will go up against awesomely named Ross Ohlendorf who is having a nice season of his own. Blanton has been great for the Phils having thrown at least seven innings in all of his starts except for one since the month of July started.
Despite a fire sale of EPIC proportions, the Pirates actually have something to play for, "Not Last Place." They are still within striking distance of the Reds. If you don't think there's a Major League-style clubhouse effort going on, well, then apparently you've never seen Major League.
Jimmy Rollins will be back in the line up this evening after getting the day off on Monday to allow Eric Bruntlett's beard to get a little more airtime in the sun. Mr. Matt Stairs will give the dominant Jayson Werth a breather this evening in right.
Apropos of nothing, here's a picture of Jimmy's dogs and his fiancee Johari Smith.
First pitch set for 7:05. Remember to spay and neuter your pets.
Not familiar with a Bucco Taco? Well I've never had one but they sound gross if you ask me.
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August 26, 2009
