After an eventful offseason and strong start to the season, things have not gone according to plan for the Phillies. Andrew McCutchen, Seranthony Dominguez, Pat Neshek, Tommy Hunter, and David Robertson have all been lost to injury. Odubel Herrera was removed from the roster following a domestic violence charge. Just about every single pitcher in the starting rotation has regressed to varying degrees- most of them not being anything to write home about prior to the regression. And after producing one of the most anemic offenses in the league for a spell, ex-hitting coach John Mallee was canned and replaced with Charlie Manuel.
‘Never-Say-Die’ Phillies are now living on a prayer as wildcard race begins
