Journey-man right-hander Jerome Williams delivered another great game in his third game in a Phillies uniform Sunday afternoon, and is definitely starting to get some attention from the Phillies and their fans.
The 32-year-old has been a different pitcher since coming to Philly. When he was with Houston and Texas earlier this season, Williams struggled mightily, going 2-5 with an ERA of 6.71 between the two ball clubs. However, in three starts with the Phillies, Williams is 2-0 with a 1.77 ERA.
Sunday’s effort was his best yet, as he went 8 innings while giving up just one run on 5 hits to a very good Cardinals lineup.
So, could Williams’ performance make him a candidate for the Phillies’ 2015 rotation?
“He could be. We’ll have time to continue to watch. He’s had three outstanding games for us.” Ruben Amaro said after today’s game.
With A.J. Burnett possibly retiring after this season, and Kyle Kendrick’s future up in the air, the Phillies could use some help in the rotation next year.
Will Williams be a guy the Phillies can rely on? We’ll just have to wait and see.
