With a lineup that could send three players to the All-Star game (and that's not even including the reigning National League MVP), the Phillies have the luxury of not needing everyone on their team to hit above .250 in order to win games.

They can have players at certain positions for defensive purposes... like catcher.

But how much longer can they stick with Carlos Ruiz behind the plate? The second-year catcher is hitting .133 since Memorial Day weekend.

Ruiz is just 8-for-60 in 20 games since May 25. He's currently mired in a 0-for-17 slump. He hasn't had a hit since June 18.

Ruiz is a great guy. He's popular in the clubhouse. And he is respected by the pitching staff.

But he's not hitting. His batting average dropped down to .208.

Is Chris Coste in line for more playing time? Will the Phillies entertain the idea of bringing up rising prospect Lou Marson up from Double-A Reading?

How much longer will Ruiz play if he's not contributing with the bat?

Just something to follow as the Phillies complete their schedule before the all-star break.