Cole is better than Roy at this stage of their careers.
The Nats haven't gotten a sweep all year. Why would tonight against their Ace and on National TV be any different?
The Plan to Sweep the Phillies1. The only reason
ESPN-2 (Every Soapo-Pera Now Too) is televising this game is because
Cole Hamels was suspended for 5 games, after openly admitting that he intentionally hit
Bryce Harper with a pitch.
2. Bryce Harper should crowd the plate tonight, lean into the first pitch from Cole Hamels...
and get hit, to the cheers of the unwashed Philthies crowd.
3. Cole Hamels will immediately be EJECTED from the game, in the 1st inning, after the 2nd batter (Harper.)
4. ESPN gets the story it really wants.
5. MLB suspends Hamels for 10 games this time.
6. The last fine on Hamels was estimated to effectively exceed $440,000. Add $880,000 to that and Hamels' wifey may consult a divorce lawyer.