When today's game became official, Jimmy Rollins tied Larry Bowa as the all-time games played leader at shortstop for the Philadelphia Phillies. Tomorrow, Rollins should take the lead. Being that his contract keeps him here for likely three more years, he should far pass that amount. Given his longevity, I figured I would see where he stands in the Phillies record books at other categories.
1146 Runs – Third in club history
Rollins trails Ed Delahanty (1367) and Mike Schmidt (1506). It is possible he passes Delahanty. Rollins generally averages just about 100 runs a season. If he does not slow down too much he will have a shot.
7311 At Bats - Second in club history
Rollins is behind Mike Schmidt by 1041 at bats. This is something he could end up leading should his contract vest that fourth year.
607 Walks – Tied ninth in club history
We all probably wish this number was a little higher. Rollins is tied with Darren Daulton for ninth place. To catch up with leader Mike Schmidt? He would need 900 more walks. Not likely.
1977 Hits – Fourth in club history
Rollins needs 257 hits to become the all-time leader in Phillies history. Mike Schmidt, Rich Ashburn and Ed Delahanty are all close with 2234, 2217, and 2214 hits respectively. Rollins has a real shot, barring injury.
413 Doubles – Second in club history
This one could be Rollins' record. He is 29 doubles behind Ed Delahanty. In his career he has been between 20 and 40 a year. So, a good year it can happen next year.
105 Triples – Fourth in club history
One more triple and Rollins will be tied for third place with Sam Thompson. Thompson last played for the Phillies in 1898. He is 22 behind Sherry Magee and 52 behind Ed Delahanty.
767 RBI – 12th in club history.
Hard to believe, but he is ahead of Chase Utley still. Rollins has a realistic shot of falling somewhere around sixth by the time his Phillies career is done.
I think it's safe to say we are going to hear Jimmy Rollins' name for a long time when people talk about the all-time great Phillies.
