Bobby Abreu was traded. Many fans lament the trade. The loud boorish ones are happy that we unloaded one of the greatest hitters in club history, for nothing. NOTHING.

Last year, I bet my buddy Wayne that Bobby Abreu would finish above .300. This year, we bet on Thome. So, GroupThink or Individual Liberty. What do you prefer?

After 12 games against teams that were in first place in their respective divisions when they played them, the Phillies answered the challenge. But they couldn't sweep the Braves so they suck.

The Phillies finish probably their finest week since the beginning of the year. Offense led Burrell and Abreu while Jim Thome returns. Next up, Florida and Atlanta. How long will the joy last?

While the Phils continued to tread water this week, so did the rest of the division. No team winning more than 3 games. Yet the Phillies dropped to 7 games back in the division.

The Phillies ended the week on a high note taking 2 out of 3 from the struggling Cubbies. Unfortunately, the offense has sputtered and Friday's win was pure luck. They need more than just luck however.

This was the week the fans were waiting on. Going into the Atlanta series, the Phils were at .500. Now, they're sitting 3 games under after being swept. Not good.

Phillies stay at .500 going 3-3 again this week. This might not be good enough to get fans back into the stands, but it will keep the Fightin's in the hunt.

Phillies open the season 3-3 while the Phaithful have already given up on the season. Oh, hope Springs eternal negativity. Welcome to Phillies baseball everyone!

The Phils went (2-4) this week, getting swept by the Marlins. Bobby Abreu had a break out week, while Burrell showed signs of slumping.