When it comes to the Phillies’ second base situation this year, a lot more eyes will be on Scott Kingery than they have been in the past, as the farm system’s top position player continues to get closer than ever to the majors. Though he’s certainly earned this level of recognition, it’s not enough to completely forget about the team’s current second baseman, Cesar Hernandez.
Even after missing six weeks in the summer with an oblique injury, Hernandez still managed to have a career year in 2017. He put up personal bests in home runs (9), runs (85), doubles (26), OBP (.