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May 25, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Tommy Joseph (19) has ice dumped on him by catcher Cameron Rupp (29) and third baseman Andres Blanco (4) after hitting a walk off RBI single during the eleventh inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
May 25, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Tommy Joseph (19) has ice dumped on him by catcher Cameron Rupp (29) and third baseman Andres Blanco (4) after hitting a walk off RBI single during the eleventh inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
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May 22, 2017; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies left fielder Aaron Altherr (23) hits a double during the fourth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Altherr is alive

After a down series against the Pirates, Aaron Altherr appeared to spring back to life against the Rockies. Appearing in all four games the outfielder managed four hits, including two doubles on Monday in the 8-1 loss.

How Altherr’s playing time will be affected by Howie Kendrick’s imminent return is unknown, but opportunities to start in center field are likely.

After Tommy Joseph Altherr has had one of the best months for the Phillies offensively during their early season drought. The 26-year-old is hitting .298 this month with eight home runs while stealing three bases.

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Altherr will get his opportunities, but should the losing start to affect him at the plate, expect the leash to be short.

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