Sure, there might be more original headlines, but none capture the essence of today any better.
In case you haven't heard, pitchers and catchers reported today. Couple that with the fact that some 100% natural sunlight fell across the Delaware Valley bringing mild temperatures, and only the scroogiest of people wouldn't have an extra spring in their step.
So maybe I'm getting a little caught up in the moment, but at this very moment, I believe that this summer...
...The Phillies will successfully defend their National League East title.
...Cole Hamels will pitch an entire season without an injury.
...Chase Utley will be the third Phillie in a row to win the National League MVP.
...My handicap will go down after a rather abrupt spike last year.
...Beer will taste colder and better than ever before.
...Ryan Howard will hit .300.
...Tom Gordon has one more bullet left in the chamber and Jamie Moyer has one more arrow in his quiver.
...My daughter will be entranced with her surroundings while attending her first ballgame.
I really do believe all of the above will happen. Perhaps my head is in the fluffy white clouds floating in the crisp blue sky outside my window, but right now, I think all of the above are stone cold locks.
As cold as something can be on a warm day like today.
