The Phillies’ biggest problem right now might actually be the bench

Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports I know, I know. The Phillies scored 8 runs Saturday night, and had a 3-run lead late that was ultimately squandered by the bullpen. In terms of timing, this piece’s argument probably isn’t arriving at a room full of the most receptive ears. But hang with me for a moment: Given the quality of relief reinforcements due to return from injury, it stands to reason that then ‘pen is not, in fact, the Phillies’ biggest issue.

This isn’t even about the rotation — a source of sharply focused criticism in the Spring and earlier on this season — as the starters have mostly figured things out in recent weeks. And although the bullpen does have an issue or two to address,…