BREAKING NEWS: Ryan Howard isn't in the lineup, presumably because Dontrelle Willis is pitching. Although, Howard is 3-for-8 with a homer in his career against Willis. Don't think there's anything wrong with Howard's knee, but he did dive awkwardly back to third base last night. I'll find out more when the clubhouse opens in a few minutes. Here's the lineup. Note the new leadoff hitter.1. Aaron Rowand-CF
2. Shane Victorino-RF
3. Jimmy Rollins-SS
4. Chase Utley-2B
5. Pat Burrell-LF
6. Wes Helms-1B
7. Abraham Nunez-3B
8. Rod Barajas-C
UPDATE: Manuel said Howard hasn't complained about his leg injury. But he felt like tonight, with lefty-killing Willis on the mound, was as good a time as any to give Howard a rest. With Howard on the bench, the Phillies may have a late-game threat.
Also, check out News Journal photographer Bill Bretzger's shots from last night's game.
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