Life in the ER

It isn't easy being green.

America's (or at least Philadelphia's) favorite furry, emerald-hued mascot, the Phanatic was struck by a foul ball while performing at an Iron Pigs game last night. The Phanatic was taken from the field and sent to LV Hospital's Emergency Room. First, Chase Utley's knee, then Brad Lidge's elbow, and now the Phanatic. The injury bug is running rampant through our Fightin' Phils.

Emergency Room personnel must be used to unusual sights and stories. "So you claim you accidentally sat on that piece of fusilli, Mr Costanza (Seinfeld episode reference)." "It was after you left the Awards Show wearing that dress made of meat that the pack of stray dogs attacked you, Miss GaGa." "The cuts on your head came from shaving off half of your hair in public, Miss Spears."

Still, the ER staff at LVH will be recounting the night when a furry green creature came in with a possible concussion for a long time. "Now follow this light with your eyes. Wait a minute, your eyes are ping pong balls with painted-on pupils. OMG, they are maximally dilated. That's not good. Open your mouth and say Ah-h-h. You can't open your mouth? This could be lockjaw / tetanus. Holy cow! Your head comes right off. There's a person inside you! You've eaten a person??? Call Security!"

But seriously folks...According to news reports, the Phanatic was released after testing at the Emergency Room. He will be as good as new much to the relief of all Phillies fans.