Looking for something positive in a see of negative data, emotions and sliding expectations surrounding this team, I got to thinking that if Rickie can keep up what he's doing, maybe we can start a grassroots effort to push him toward a spot on the All-Star team. Sure, Utley will probably win the vote, but maybe a little positive vibe from this baord will help him get a selection. His OPS is 1.121 and he's playing good defense too. Then I looked at the numbers. Rickie's OPS is currently only 4th for second basemen in the National League. Tough crowd. I'm sure I'll feel better after Soup tosses a gem tomorrow night. Until then, keep up the good fight, Rickie.