Jimmy Rollins returned to the lineup last night for the first time since sustaining a sprained ankle against the Mets way back when. Rollins went 3-5 with a homerun, a double, 3 RBI, and 1 run scored. Having him back at the top of the lineup sent a bolt of energy through the rest of the team as the Phillies went on to beat the Giants 7-4. Rollins hit a 2-run shot in the 3rd. His double came as part of a three-run 8th inning that proved to be the winning margin.
Cole Hamels notched another victory in his belt by pitching 7 innings yet again. He gave up 4 runs, all earned, and struck out 7 on the day. Brad Lidge picked up another save by striking out 3 in the 9th, keeping his ERA on the season at 0.00.
Jamie Moyer, the oldest pitcher to have a multiple hit game, will take the mound against Tim Lincecum who is 4-1 with a 1.49 ERA. Not only are his numbers this season very good, but he pitched very well against the Phillies in his last start. Although he only threw 6 innings, he did not give up a run and struck out 6 Phillies. The game will start at 4:05 et.
