Searching for Silver Linings

In the wake of yesterday's beatdown in Atlanta, I was searching for positives about this team. There aren't many right now. Everyone is injured, and the guys who are healthy aren't exactly setting the world on fire. And the team is sinking in the standings.

But there is a bright spot. Scott Kingery has been absolutely amazing for the last month. For the season, he's hitting .344 with an OPS of 1.049. Over the last seven games, he's hitting .423 with a slugging percentage of 1.077. That's absolutely insane and unsustainable but let's enjoy it while we can.

Because of all the injuries, he's been moved to third in the batting order. I'd love to see him lead off, but as long as he keeps hitting, I guess it doesn't matter. And his defense has been solid as well. Whether at third base or in center field, he's handled just about everything hit his way.

He's a completely different player from the rookie that looked overmatched in every facet of the game. This season's version is the guy the Phillies knew they had when they signed him to a six-year contract. 

Stay healthy, Scott. This team needs you.