In the next inning, Manual removed Rollins from the game. Jimmy took the benching well and basically said he deserved it.
On July 24, Rollins arrived late for a day game at Shea vs. the Mets. He was benched by Charlie, although he did use Jimmy as a pinch-hitter in the ninth. Rollins took a different stance in this incident, saying he disagreed with the punishment.
Jimmy had decided to drive his own car to the game that day instead of taking the team bus. He left about 10 minutes after the last team bus left the hotel but apparently ran into traffic.
Then, last week, while the Phillies were in L.A., Rollins appeared on the Best Damn Sports Show and when asked what he thought of the fans in Philadelphia, he used the words “front-runner” to describe them.
This caused a huge backlash in Philly. The next day, Rollins tried to clarify his statements, but all he really said was that he didn’t like how the fans booed players like Carlos Ruiz, Tom Gordon, and Eric Bruntlett.
On Tuesday, Rollins was greeted with a mix of cheers and boos as he made his first appearance back in Philly since his comments.
Analysis
Rollins is a huge disappointment to me for many reasons this year. Not only has he had a very average offensive season, compared to his MVP season of last year, but he just looks emotionless out there.
I haven’t seen too many smiles on his face, and his play reflects that. His biggest problem has been his lack of patience at the plate. Yes, he’s not driving the ball like last year, but I’m ok with that. What kills me, and the team, is his inability to work the count. He’s swinging at too many first pitches, and more often than not, he’s popping out.
It wasn’t bad enough that he’s struggled with the bat, but then to be labeled as someone who isn’t on time or who isn’t hustling just doesn’t sit well with anyone in this town, especially me.
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