2009 Topps Allen & Ginter Relics #AGR-JR Jimmy Rollins

Friday night - Marlins 3, Phillies 2

Saturday night - Marlins 6, Phillies 4

Sunday afternoon - Marlins 12, Phillies 3

Yikes. What a messy weekend for the Phightin' Phils. If not for the happiness caused by my brand new shed and a clean garage, I'd be tempted to be very cranky right about now. Let's review the damage, look forward to the off day tomorrow and never speak of this series again.

The good:

- On Friday night, Harry Kalas was inducted posthumously into the Phillies Wall of Fame. Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt delivered a moving tribute to Harry the K and the fans broke into a spontaneous "Harry!, Harry!" chant.

- The Phillies hosted their annual alumni celebrations with several dozen former Phillies attending events throughout the weekend. Robin Roberts, Jim Bunning, Steve Carlton, Dave Hollins, John Kruk, Darren Daulton and Mickey Morandini were among those in attendance. (Phungo was in attendance last night and he's posted some pictures from the on-field ceremonies).
- This Jimmy Rollins Allen & Ginter relic card from Night Owl officially joined my collection. (Thank you Night Owl!)

The bad:

- The sweep allowed the Marlins to creep within four games of the NL East lead. The Phillies have lost 8 of their last 11 and manager Charlie Manuel held a twenty-minute closed door meeting following this afternoon's debacle.

- Jamie Moyer didn't pitch that poorly, but I have this impending sense of dread that he's heading to the bullpen to make way for Pedro Martinez. I've got a funny feeling about this.

- Shane Victorino was ejected Sunday while in centerfield for throwing his hands in the air following a questionable call from the home plate umpire. Shane proceeded to lose it.

- Brad Lidge looked awful. Jayson Werth looked bored. Ryan Howard looked completely confused. Cole Hamels looked mediocre.

The Utley:
- Chase Utley went 1-for-10 and he looked incredibly grumpy all weekend.