So, Willy T is out for a while with a hurt quad. Jeff Francis has a "tired arm" and he's on the DL. And today, the Rockies announce that Helton has had his back flare up and might be out for a while.
I hate to be happy when guys are hurting, but none of these three has done much to help the Rockies this season. Taveras hasn't been getting on base nearly enough, Francis hasn't looked like himself at all, and Helton just looks old. I think getting all three of these guys out of the lineup until they are ready to produce is a good thing.
Mark Redman is up for Francis, Baker will likely get all of Helton's starts (meaning more starts for Q and Barmes at 2B), and it appears that Spilborghs will be the man in center field and at the top of the order. All of this are baby steps in the right direction, if you ask me. And by reading this blog, you accept the responsibility of listening to my answers whether you asked for them or not!
Now, on to the big question surrounding the Rockies... who gets The Beard? I have it on good authority that even though Spilly is currently sporting the clean-shaven look, The Beard has not abandoned either him or the Rockies. The Beard knows that he'd become a distraction, so he'll be channeling his greatness from behind the scenes for a while. We must not question the wisdom of The Beard!
Til next time, go Rockies!!
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