Manager Ryne Sandberg started Asche against a lefty Wednesday and said he expects Asche to play more regularly against left-handed pitchers, the Phillies' official site reports.

Manager Ryne Sandberg started Asche against a lefty Wednesday and said he expects Asche to play more regularly against left-handed pitchers, the Phillies' official site reports.

Analysis:

Asche went 0-for-2 with a walk Wednesday. His bat has been starting to heat up a bit, which has helped him get back into the lineup more frequently.