Phils lose Game one.

My first thought on this game was my use Michael Bourn as a pinch runner and not have him take off? Figure on a 2-2 pitch, if Bourn runs on the pitch and Ruiz hits the ball to right field (which he did) then the second basemen covers second, the hole on the right side opens up and Bourn goes from first to third with one out.

I was in the press confrence after the game, here are my thoughts:

- After the game Manuel said he put Bourn into run and that he had the green light...then why didnt he???

- Hamels said he wanted to throw strikes, he didnt and it got him into trouble, that is why Kendrick is so improtant, he throws strikes and thats why he wins. I am not doubting Hamels, but he knows you need to throw strikes no matter how good your stuff is. If this series goes to game five, Hamels wont let this team lose.

- Charlie said tomorrow is a very important game for us to come out and lose...Freudian slip? Lets hope not.

- I thought the energy in the crowd was lacking...you tell me.

- I was in the locker room after the game talked to a few guys, they all said we werent tight...I disagree...top 4 guys 0-15, 9 K's...what do you think?

- After the game I talked to Ryan Howard, he didnt know who was pitching for Colorado tomorrow...I like that.

- Victorino had his ankle wrapped in ice...I think Wearth starts in RF either way tomorrow.

- Kendrick is as cool as a cucumber...I think he will pitch a fine game tomrorow.

- Matt Holliday is good...MVP good.

- I think Phils win tomorrow...I had a good feeling going into the locker room...guys seemed loose and ready for tomorrow. I think the 14 yrs, the home crowd and Dan Baker...he has more energy then any PA guy ever...he just gets you going...and the guys were flat. They will respond.

Talk to you tomorrow...see you on the radio Friday at 4....
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