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Despite Struggles, Phillies Still Have Full Confidence in Rhys Hoskins

It’s hard to believe, but Rhys Hoskins has only played two full seasons in a Phillies uniform.

Since his August 2017 debut, the Sacramento, California, native has slashed .239/.364/.494 with 78 doubles, 81 home runs, 229 RBI, 240 walks and 369 strikeouts spanning 363 games and 1,577 plate appearances.

Comparing his first and second-half career stats, however, have been largely “night and day.” This past season , specifically, Hoskins slashed .263/.401/.530 with 20 home runs and 59 RBI in the first half. He struggled mightily in the second half, slashing only .180/.318/.361 with nine home runs and 26 RBI.