Phillies 2015 Christmas: Naughty or Nice?
By Matt Veasey
Aug 12, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA;
Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Francoeur celebrates after scoring in the sixth inning in a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field.
(Photo Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports)
JEFF FRANCOEUR: “NICE”
There will be something nice under the tree for Jeff Francoeur this year from Mr. Clause. Perhaps a nice contract with a contending team? He might have to wait until after the Holiday passes, so it will be more like getting a gift certificate.
But the good thing with most gift certificates is that you get a choice in where to use them. ‘Frenchy’ earned the right to pick his team, and almost every contending club has a role for an experienced veteran who is a positive clubhouse presence and is willing to play a bench role.
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