This game had all the makings of something that could be good.
Jimmy Rollins was making his debut in the booth as a guest analyst, the opposing pitcher was Steven Matz, the pitcher that allowed 8 runs last week without registering an out and the Phillies were out of Coors Field. It was a recipe for success!
Until it wasn’t.
The Phillies wasted a strong start from Jake Arrieta by again suffering from a lack of offensive production. Save for Rhys Hoskins’ home run in the fourth inning, the bats once again went lifeless, something that would be concerning if not for the excuse of all the injuries happening.