Carlos Ruiz stepped to the mound and told Brad Lidge, facing the Rockies toughest hitter with a 2-2 count, Give Me Your Good One. That moment made me realize what a second title would mean.
In less than an hour the Phillies will open up their season with great expectations. And questions on their pitching staff. Still Hope Springs Eternal.
To whet my appetite for the weekend of Interleague play with the Red Sox visiting the Phillies, I spent my Friday night at the ballpark across the river.