When I arrived to the ballpark, hearing that Carlos Ruiz was headed back to Philly didn't sound very promising.

But the MRI results he had on his left wrist today were as positive as the Phillies could have hoped for. No structural manage was found in Ruiz's hand.

He does, however, have inflammation in the joint; he'll likely need an injection, which will keep him out three-to-five days, according to general manager Ruben Amaro Jr.

Paul Bako will handle the bulk of the catching duties for the time being; Amaro sounded confident that he wouldn't have to worry about the potential of being without Ruiz in the postseason.