NEW YORK - Much of this Phillies season is about discerning which young players could factor into the team's future. Maikel Franco has given fans hope for brighter days, but the season's final 88 games will be important for several others on the roster.
Cesar Hernandez is one of those players, and now in the wake of Chase Utley's ankle injury the 25-year-old Venezuelan is getting a chance to showcase himself on a regular basis.
"It's a big opportunity for me because I'm going to play every day," he said. "I want to let the team [know] I can do it.