Brett's back

I'm not the biggest Brett Myers fan out there. Actually, I'm hardly a fan, but I absolutely love his curve ball when it's on. The curve is my favorite pitch, and Brett has one of the best in baseball.

Tonight it was on - that little lollipop into the catchers mitt that freezes hitters or makes them swing through it.

I've been hesitant to proclaim young Brett redeemed, especially after his recent spat with Charlie Manuel, but I feel we're out of the woods now. He tossed his first shutout since 2004, giving up nine hits and a walk while striking out nine. Phillies 4, Nationals 0.

Myers has made six starts since returning from the minors, and this was his fifth consecutive good outing. With the Phillies hitting as well as Jimmy Rollins ingratiates himself with the fans, it's a good thing young Brett has finally decided to join Cole Hamels atop the rotation.

And, I didn't hear, but Christine said he was saying all the right things in his postgame interview - even thanking Cholly for letting him finish.

Competitors: The Mets won, the Marlins play out West. The Phils are still 1.5 out.

Red Sox: It appears Josh Beckett's numbness may be under control, but Clay Buchholz isn't under control. He was booted in the 3rd inning tonight, and the Red Sox trail the Orioles 11-6. Young Clay may need another stint in the minors. The Angels beat the Rays. The Twins, White Sox and Yankees also won.