Yes, yes, the euphoria over Bryce Harper is loud and deserved. Three home runs nights are impressive and are always due for a celebration.
The job done by Ricardo Pinto should not be undervalued though. Harper’s accomplishments meant Pinto was allowed to go four innings, but once the game was salted away, watching Pinto keep the Reds at bay and save a tired bullpen is the stuff that gets you notice from the entire clubhouse.
On to the links.
Phillies news:
- There is the game, of course, but there is always the reminder that there is a human side of the game.