The Phillies haven’t a winning record since 2011, which extends their streak with no postseason appearances to nine years. They sure could use the next generation of Ryan Howard, Chase Utley, and Roy Halladay. Philadelphia had the fourth-worst ERA (5.14) in baseball. Their offense moved to fifth in runs scored (306) and eleventh in home runs (82).
The most important deal for Philadelphia in the offseason was resigning C J.T. Realmuto for a mere $110 million for five seasons. They also brought back SS Didi Gregorius. Philly added RP Archie Bradley and SP Matt Moore via free agency.