That wasn’t a fun one.
It is pretty crazy how when the Phillies lose, it’s mostly done by having their weaknesses exposed. Last night, it was a lack of offense at the bottom and some pretty shoddy defense rearing its head to help with the loss. The bullpen was (mostly) fine for it being a bullpen game and all, but it’s clear they need another one to help fill some gaps.
On to the links.
Phillies news:
- Bryce Harper was out of the lineup yesterday with wrist soreness that has been occurring for a while ($).
- Which Phillies starters would make for the best reliever if and when it’s necessary?
MLB news:
- Corbin Burnes will be out for the rest of this season and probably most of next season after needing Tommy John surgery.
- The White Sox keep promoting players from their farm system, this time calling up Kyle Teel to do some catching.
- Baltimore is going to lose one of their trade chips with Ryan Mountcastle about to miss almost three months with a hamstring strain.