Laynce Nix a hit with Phillies

Phillies outfielder Laynce Nix entered Monday's contest against the Pirates having gone 5 for 10 (.500) with two home runs and five RBI as a pinch-hitter. The 32-year-old has also started seven games for Philadelphia.

"I've always felt Nix could hit if he stayed healthy and we got him some at-bats, especially against right-handed pitching," manager Charlie Manuel told MLB.com. "Because when he makes contact, he hits the ball hard. He can help you. He's already helped us. He hit that home run that helped us win a ballgame, and his hit [Sunday] night helped us. That showed how well he can hit the ball hard if he's getting some playing time."