ROUNDING THE BASES: 11-3-19
This week, we round the bases and find some former Phillies getting new jobs, potential free agent targets for the Phillies and more on Joe Girardi. Plus, a look at the week ahead.
Category: Analysis/Opinion
STAIRS COULD BE IN LINE FOR HITTING COACH JOB
It’s not out of the question that manager Joe Girardi will turn to a former Phillies hitting coach to join his staff.
Fixing the Phillies: Manager
The Phillies have made no secret of the fact that they’re looking for a manager with plenty of major league experience. Among the three they’re considering, one stands out.
Middleton trusts Klentak to hire the next Phillies manager
You have to wonder just why John Middleton has handed the reins of finding a new manager back to Matt Klentak.
Fixing the Phillies: Utility players
Finding the right mix for the bench might not be the sexiest part of fixing the Phillies, but it’s important nonetheless.
Seabold continues to dominate in the AFL
Connor Seabold started “messing around” with his change-up while he was on the IL. The results have been impressive for the 23-year old right-hander.
Dickerson, Haseley need to be in outfield discussion for 2020
There’s likely only room for Corey Dickerson or Adam Haseley on next year’s Phillies roster, but it wouldn’t hurt to have both.
What the 2020 IronPigs roster might look like
It’s never too early to start prognosticating about what the 2020 rosters may look like.
Kapler finally offers no excuses after latest Phillies debacle
Instead of looking at a Phillies loss with rose-colored glasses, manager Gabe Kapler finally spoke of a Phillies loss in the way it deserved.
Eickhoff not likely to help Phillies rotation
The Phillies need rotation help but it’s not likely to come from righty Jerad Eickhoff, who continues to rehab from biceps tendinitis.