Note: Rollins Gets Inspiration From Mets
At his blog for The News Journal, Scott Lauber asked Phillies SS Jimmy Rollins about his team’s ability to come up with unexpected rallies against the Mets.
Rollins, on his motivation, as quoted by Lauber:
“The other team gives you some inspiration, let’s put it that way. You’re able to take that and keep yourself motivated.”
When asked to elaborated, Rollins responded:
“No, just watch ‘em. If you were a player and you’re looking over in that other dugout, you’ll feel a certain type of way. Rewind the game. Just watch the game.”
According to Lauber, the Phillies have been offended by the Mets ‘over-the-top’ celebrations, especially Jose Reyes.
Frankly, after last night’s 5-for-7 performance, Rollins can say anything he wants, but the Mets so-called over-the-top-celebrations excuse is played out.
If Rollins needs that to get him motivated, rather than the sheer magnitude of this series, then he needs his head examined.
