Alou In Talks With Phillies - I Can't Make This Up

The Phillies are going hard after Alou, as they continue to wait and see if Nomar Garciparra wants to continue his playing career. Needing a righty bat with some pop off the bench is a weakness they're trying to address. Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. confirmed interest in the 42-year-old Alou but did not sound as if a deal was imminent.

Apparently, Alou is expecting more playing time than the Phillies are looking for in a reserve, situational hitter. Ruben Amaro states, "this is a limited playing role."

Do not be deceived, Alou can still rake! It's always been about staying in the line up with him. I just can't help to think, Alou would some how stay healthy enough to do damage to the Mets at some point in the season.