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Kapler aware of public criticism after 1st year

DENVER -- Gabe Kapler knows everything that everyone is saying and writing about him.

He changes the Phillies' lineup too much. He pulls his starting pitchers too early. He plays too many players out of position. He makes too many pitching changes. He does not make a lineup or in-game decision unless Philadelphia's research and development department tells him it's OK. He speaks hyperbolically about his players' performances. He does not hold his players accountable.

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"I know what people think of me," Kapler said before Tuesday night's game against the Rockies at Coors Field.