Since Chase Utley was activated from the Phillies DL this week, it seems appropriate that he is honored as our Designate Hotter. I know we featured him earlier this month, but the guy’s worth a second look. This one goes out to you, Karilee.

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Photo by Matthew Straubmuller

Photo by Flickr user Shannon Lamond

I’m not a super fan of slicked back hair, but I’m loving the sunglasses.

Photo by Flickr user Shannon Lamond

He also looks good in blue.

And now, the pièce de résistance…

Photo by Flickr user Angela

Oh haiiii, batter batter.

In short, we’re happy to have Chase back on the field. Opposing teams? Maybe not so much.