Werth....less?

Sorry for the lack of posts....been busy. Of course I didnt make time to write during the Phils winning streak in St. Louis, which featured a great start from Joe Blanton, and a scary moment with Rick Ankiel. Like a true Philly fan, I did make time to write to complain about last night.....

First comment is that we saw, finally, the Chan Ho Park from spring training. He was aggressive, he was around the plate, and he had great movement on his cutter. All of that added up to a no-hitter through 5 and a shut-out into the 7th. Sadly, we were facing Johan Santana, who was his typical excellent self.

The play of the game, however, was the boneheaded play of the Phillies defense, most notably Jason Werth. The sole Mets run was scored by Carlos Delgado, who was able to waltz home while Werth held the ball in rightfield and didnt throw home until Carlos had time to get in there.

Asked after the game why he stopped for a snack and a nap before throwing the ball, Werth said he was "confused" by all the activity during the play and didnt pick up home plate until it was too late. I'm sorry...confused? Really? That is the best you can do? Yes, its really confusing to be an outfielder who need to throw home. You know what would have been less confusing, Jason? Throw. The. Ball!