It’s always hard to admit when there is an issue with a popular player. Even on younger travel teams, when parents see a player struggling but keeps getting run out on the field, there are whispers about that player and why he is still playing. It’s clearly not the same situation as what is happening with the Phillies right now, but left field is an issue, one that has been glossed over thanks to the glaring spotlight placed on center field. Andrew McCutchen has not played well since the start of the season and it is time for the team to take some action.
A left field platoon should be on the table
