"That's one of my most prized possessions for sure," Asche said Saturday at Bright House Field.
Utley had an affinity for Asche. The Phillies put Asche's locker next to Utley's because they thought they shared a similar mindset, and they wanted Asche to learn as much as possible from the hard-working, no-nonsense second baseman. The similarities between Utley and Asche are why many in the organization hope Asche can get on track this season and prove he deserves a job with them.
It might be his final shot with the Phillies.
Asche is the first to say he did not play well last season.