Rollins to miss more time: Philadelphia shortstop Jimmy Rollins was placed on paternity leave Tuesday after his wife gave birth to the couple's first child on Sunday night. Rollins, who also missed Monday's game against Washington, was replaced on the active roster by catcher Erik Kratz. (Updated 05/22/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/23/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Phillies manager Charlie Manuel said the team could also be without Rollins on Wednesday, but he should return by the end of the week. Rollins continues to serve as the Phillies' leadoff hitter, but is not close to the .331 on-base percentage he recorded from the spot in 2011. He is also producing a .229 batting average. Consider him a viable option in deeper Fantasy formats when he returns as he attempts to boost his production. (Updated 05/22/2012).
05/22/2012 21:55 Nats move into first place in NL East
Jordan Zimmerman pitched six solid innings, and Ian Desmond and Rick Ankiel homered to lead the Washington Nationals to a 5-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night.
05/20/2012 19:47 Hit Parade for Week 8
Some catchers have been bitten by the injury bug in recent days, leaving some owners scrambling. Our Scott White shares some recommendations and helps set your lineups for Week 8 in his Hit Parade.
05/20/2012 16:44 Beckett, Red Sox manhandle Phillies
Josh Beckett pitched 7 2/3 strong innings and Jarrod Saltalamacchia hit a three-run homer to lead the Boston Red Sox to a 5-1 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday.
05/18/2012 23:31 Booed in Philly, Cody Ross still says Phillies will rise
After similar starts to the season, the Phillies and Red Sox are meeting this weekend as big-money, last-place teams. Red Sox outfielder Cody Ross says the Phils will still finish "at the top." How many would say the same about Ross' Red Sox?
Jimmy Rollins' issues last year were the same as they've been for the last few years. He didn't hit for a particularly high batting average, and he had trouble staying on the field, missing a few weeks with a groin injury late in the season. But for the first time in four seasons, his percentages took a turn for the better. His batting average, on-base percentage and OPS were all the highest they've been since 2008, marking the first time in three seasons that they didn't decline. And with 16 homers and 30 steals, he proved he's still an elite contributor at the shortstop position. Though Rollins' best years are behind him at age 33, the Phillies clearly think he'll be able to keep it going a little longer, outbidding several teams to retain his services this offseason. Keep in mind, though, he's only two years removed from an 88-game season. Equipped with a new three-year deal, he might have a harder time overcoming those aches and pains that pop up over the course of a season. He is 33, after all. Rollins' upside makes him a top-five option at a weak position, but he's still risky enough that you wouldn't want to draft him earlier than Round 4 or 5 in standard mixed leagues. (Updated 1/5/12)
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