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With five syllables - "Don't waste your time, guys" - Jimmy Rollins turned his back, walked out of the Phillies clubhouse, and let the door close on the first half of the season.
It wasn't clear whether Rollins was merely blowing off reporters Sunday or suggesting a title for the team's annual highlight video.
The 2012 Phillies: Don't Waste Your Time, Guys.
It would have been nice if, in his role as leader, Rollins had provided fans with some insight from inside this disappointing team. It would have been even nicer if Rollins had provided the fans with some offense during this wretched season.
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