Some Cosmetic Stuff

I haven't posted anything in the last couple of days because I have been spending my free time looking at the different settings and options for the blog. Basically, when I created this thing, I just clicked on the template I liked best and started writing. Everytime I post something, I tell myself I will take the time to customize the blog a little. That never happens. So, this weekend I decided I better take some time and and add some links, feeds, etc. That process continues tonight. Hence, probably nothing meaningful posted tonight. I'll probably play around a little bit more tomorrow night and then get back to full-fledged posting by Wednesday. I'm sure by then I'll have plenty to talk about with a huge Mets series on the horizon, Joe Blanton's first Phillies start and Brett Myers' first start after his minor league stint (I'm breaking out in sweat just thinking about it.)

But just in case you slept through the weekend, here's a rundown of what we're looking at heading into this week:

Phillies lose two of three to Marlins, dropping them into a tie with the Mets for first in the division. Makes this week's series in New York all the more meaningful.

Apparently, Pat Burrell isn't too happen about Elmer Fudd's usual tactics of pulling him for defensive replacement late in a close game. I don't blame him. I've said this for years. I can't prove this numerically, but I'd venture to say the probability that Pat contributes to a close win with a big hit late in the game far outweighs the probability that he loses a close game with a defensive blunder. I'd always be willing to trade a potential defensive gaffe for the his bat when the game is on the line.

The Eagles open training camp today. All indications are B-West will report to camp despite his unhappiness with his current contract. I sure hope the Eagles don't let this situation fester. Normally, when players start crying about their contracts, I generally take the 'shut up and play' stance. However, given the fact the Eagles are roughly 182M under the cap and always seem quite proud of it, I have to side with 36 on this. I'm not breaking any ground here. Without Brian Westbrook, this offense goes nowhere. Pay the man!

More to come later this week.