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  March 6, 2018 7:32 PM PST

  PHILADELPHIA -- Ryan Howard and Chase Utley homering in the same game brought back memories for Phillies fans. Patrick Willis Jersey .This time, though, Utley went deep twice as an opponent and got curtain calls after each of his two home runs -- including a grand slam -- in his first game at Citizens Bank Park since last seasons trade to the Los Angeles Dodgers.Those cheers came after fans greeted him with a 1 1/2-minute ovation before he struck out leading off the Dodgers 15-5 rout of the Phillies on Tuesday night.Howard marveled at the reaction to one of Philadelphias most beloved athletes.It just goes to show the body of work hes done here, the respect that the fans have had for what he was able to accomplish here and help us to be able to accomplish, Howard said. I thought it was very classy by the fans.Utley acknowledged the fans reaction.Its completely overwhelming, Utley said. The standing ovation my first at-bat is something Ill never forget. It was truly special.Utley was a six-time All-Star in 13 seasons as Philadelphias second baseman, helping the team win five straight NL East titles and the 2008 World Series. Fans showed their appreciation with four standing ovations.Its something you cant really describe in words, Utley said. Its a special feeling to see the fans show that much support.In the fifth, Utley hit a two-out solo homer off Vince Velasquez (8-5) and raced around the bases in customary fashion. Fans clamored for a rare curtain call by a visiting player, and Utley obliged to another standing ovation.In the seventh, Utley hit a grand slam off Michael Mariot, and fans again cheered him back out of the dugout. It was Utleys seventh career grand slam. His first career hit was a grand slam at Veterans Stadium.Its just good to be back, he said. I tried to downplay it as much as possible, but its been something Ive been looking forward to for a long time.Howard launched his 375th career homer with a blast to center in the seventh. It brought back memories of when he and Utley used to produce monstrous numbers batting third and fourth for the Phillies.It was against us, so it was a little bittersweet, Utley said. But anytime Ryan hits a home run Im definitely happy when Ryan is successful. Hes one of my better friends. Im happy hes playing well.Likewise, Howard was glad to see Utley have success in his return. And even though Utleys cap was blue, Howard always will consider him a teammate.Hes always going to be a Phillie at heart, and I think hes always going to be a Phillie to everybody here, Howard said.WELCOMING UTLEYUtleys presence put a buzz in Philadelphias ballpark during whats been a lackluster season. Fans applauded when he jogged to the outfield for warmups, and he twice stopped to sign autographs between conversations with former teammate Ryan Howard in center field. There were signs throughout the ballpark welcoming Utley back.We had a lot of great times here at this stadium, Utley said prior to the game. I spent so much time here, so many great memories. I cant really say enough about the support I received. Obviously we had some great players and great coaches, but the fans kind of took us to the next level.As Utley hit leadoff wearing his familiar No. 26, public address announcer Dan Baker introduced him to shouts and applause, including from players on both teams. Utley doffed his helmet and waved to the crowd, and when he tried to step to the plate, fans continued their ovation. Plate umpire Ron Kulpa moved to clean home plate while Utley stepped out again, touching his heart and raising his fist in appreciation.I truly believe without their support and without them pushing us to be better, we would not have had the team that we had, Utley said of the fans.Utley was traded last Aug. 19 and never got a chance to acknowledge the fans because the trade wasnt finalized until after the game that night.I didnt really have an opportunity to say goodbye, Utley said. If I were to write up a script (last year), it would have gone a bit differently.He departed the Phillies after playing 1,551 games, compiling 1,623 hits, 142 homers and 916 RBI. Utley remains one of the most beloved Philadelphia athletes ever for his talent, hustle and grit.There are so many times Id meet a father with his son, or even a mother, who would praise the way I played and would tell me they want their son to play that way, Utley said. To me, thats a true compliment.VELASQUEZ LOSES AGAINVelasquez gave up five runs on seven hits in 5 2/3 innings to fall to 0-3 with a 6.03 ERA in his last six starts.MAEDA WINS AGAINKenta Maeda (12-7) allowed two runs and three hits in six innings with nine strikeouts and one walk for the Dodgers, who began Tuesday a half-game back of the Giants in the NL West and leading the NL wild-card race by 3 1/2 games.KENDRICK, GRANDAL HOMERHowie Kendrick had four hits, including a home run and a triple, and drove in three runs and Yasmani Grandal homered and had three hits for Los Angeles.TRAINERS ROOMPhillies: Velasquez appeared to be favoring his left side in his final inning. He limped off the field when manager Pete Mackanin removed him from the game. Velasquez had a stint on the DL from June 10-27 for a right biceps injury.UP NEXTDodgers LHP Scott Kazmir (9-6, 4.44) faces Phillies RHP Jake Thompson (1-1, 8.68) in the second matchup of the three-game series. Malcolm Smith Jersey . Now tied for second in the league in shootout goals, the 24-year-old likes to see what the opposing goaltender has in store before he ultimately lands on a move. Matt Breida Jersey . On June 12, just as the sun sets on the magnificent historical city of Sao Paulo the inventors, innovators and purveyors of “joga bonitowill” open their campaign. The opponent, Croatia and all its football might and will. As opposites do attract we are set for a corker of an opener. http://www.cheap49ersjerseyselite.com/ . The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the Lions have not announced the hiring, which was first reported by ESPN. Lombardi, the grandson of former Green Bay Hall of Fame coach Vince Lombardi, has been an offensive assistant on Sean Paytons New Orleans staff since 2007. BOULDER, Colo. -- His nickname: Tasmanian Devil. His hair: Untamed. His running style: A combination of the two.The Colorado Buffaloes are pretty much molded in the image of junior tailback Phillip Lindsay -- a gritty, no-nonsense player with a cool nickname (given to him by head coach Mike MacIntyre) and springy hair to symbolize his wild side.Lindsays never-shy-away-from-contact running approach and passionate leadership has the Buffaloes (4-2, 2-1 Pac-12) in contention for a Pac-12 South title as they host Arizona State (5-1, 2-1) on Saturday night.Hes just a hard-nosed kid who earns everything. A local kid making good, running backs coach Darian Hagan said of Lindsay, whos from Denver. You think about all recruits all over the country, and youre trying to find players who can do special things -- and you have one right down the street.Colorado is finding more and more creative ways to get the ball in Lindsays hands. In a loss at Southern California last weekend, Lindsay had six catches for 105 yards -- the most yards receiving for a Colorado tailback in nearly 15 years. Lindsays not always flashy out of the backfield -- his longest career run is 37 yards -- but always tough to bring down. Hes averaging 4.9 yards per carry this season and has scored six times.One of his most memorable moments so far this season wasnt so much on the field, but on the bench at Michigan . When Wolverines returner Jabrill Peppers crashed into the area where injured quarterback Sefo Liufau was being examined, Lindsay quickly jumped up and screamed at the Heisman Trophy candidate.Thats him. Hes protective of everything, said Hagan, who helped the Buffaloes capture a national title in 1990. Hes the middle brother but acts like the big brother and the father.Lindsay certainly has an athletic family. His father was a fullback at Colorado State. His younger brother plays at Northern Colorado and his little brother at Denver South High, where Phillip Lindsay rose to prominence and was a hot recruit eveen after tearing his ACL during his senior year. Pierre Garcon Jersey. In addition, he had a sister play volleyball at Prairie View A&M and another basketball at Mesa State in Colorado.His biggest supporter remains his mom. He said shes suffering from a muscle disease and cant always make it to games. Still, he calls her before every contest.Shes the rock in our family and theres nothing that she hasnt done for her kids, Lindsay said. So every time I score a touchdown, its for her.Lindsay was convinced early on that Colorado was the right fit for him. He committed on March 22, 2012 -- a date he will never forget, because his familys house was robbed later that night. The thieves took his moms jewelry and hurt his dog, Rambo, whos made a complete recovery.For the next several months, Lindsay scoured thrift stores and pawn shops looking for his moms rings, but to no avail.Hes just that devoted -- to his family and his teammates.When he arrived at Colorado, MacIntyre dubbed him the Tasmanian Devil -- an ode to the whirling Looney Tunes character whos always going 1,000 mph. He likes the nickname.It defines me. Im fiery. I have a motor on me. Im nonstop. Thats who I am, said Lindsay, whos trying to help the Buffaloes earn their first bowl appearance since 2007. Im going to go at you 24/7, until the games done. I want to protect my brothers, protect my family.His work ethic sets the tone.Hagan showed up at the office recently at what he thought was the early hour of 6 a.m. But there was Lindsay, starting his workout before a team meeting still hours away. Thats nothing new, either.His teammates see how he works and prepares and they want to do the same thing, Hagan said. Hes just one of those guys -- the type of guy you want on your team.---Online: The APs college football page: http://collegefootball.ap.org---Follow Pat Graham on Twitter: www.twitter.com/pgraham34 ' ' '