Game Recap:
Thanks to three errors in the field, Rodrigo Lopez basically pitched himself out of the starting rotation, as the Phillies lost their second game in a row for the first time since the start of the month.
What went right?
Chase Utley went 1-3 with a home run and two runs scored.
Ryan Howard went 1-4 with an RBI.
The bullpen duo of Kyle Kendrick and Tyler Walker allowed just one hit and no runs in their four innings of work.
What went wrong?
Rodrigo Lopez had his worst start of the year at the worst possible time for him. He lasted just four innings, and allowed seven runs (three earned) on eight hits. He struck out two and walked two.
Raul Ibanez was 0-2.
Pedro Feliz went 0-4.
Carlos Ruiz was 0-4.
Jayson Werth, Chase Utley and Pedro Feliz all committed errors which led to runs.
Game Analysis:
Again, not much to say about the game from last night. The Phillies made more mistakes than they usually do, and with Rodrigo Lopez pitching for his job, they didn't exactly give him much support. Of course, he could have gotten out of the innings where there was trouble, but that's neither here nor there. The fact of the matter is that the Phillies played sloppy baseball last night, and the Giants managed to take advantage of that.
It certainly wasn't the best game in the world, but remember: the Phils still have a good lead in the division, and two losses in a row happens to even the best teams. The offense just needs to get back on track, and the defense needs to stop making stupid plays in the field. Both of these things are correctable, so I'm not overly concerned.
Tonight, a Mr. Cliff Lee (7-9, 3.14 ERA) makes his Philadelphia debut. He's taking on Ryan Sadowski (2-3, 4.81 ERA). Let's see if our new guy can earn his stripes in his first start. I've got a good feeling. Go Phils!
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