[Eric72]

As a lifelong Phillies fan, it's tough for me to say good-bye to Rollins. Jimmy has been a part of the organization since they drafted him in 1996, and I was hoping against hope that he would play out his entire career with the club.

Alas, it wasn't meant to be. The Phillies are in shambles, their farm teams are barren, and there really wasn't much choice but to trade the aging core of their championship team away in exchange for prospects.

Farewell, Jimmy. Thanks for the memories, the Gold Gloves, the All-Star seasons, the 2007 N.L. MVP, five N.L. East Division Crowns, two N.L. Pennants, and (of course) the 2008 World Series title.

You'll be missed. Good luck in LA.

Best regards,

Eric