Phillies Notebook: In latest rough patch, Phillies leaning on ‘experience’

Phillies Notebook: In latest rough patch_ Phillies leaning on ‘experience’

PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies were not at panic stations Monday. But on the back of a 1-9 stretch, they were close enough to have to explain why they weren’t panicking. The message from manager Rob Thomson hewed to the same line as usual: Get back to basics, keep the same process, understand that storms pass. “All these guys are doing the right things, as far as preparation, playing hard,” Thomson said. “I think the energy level is up. But, of cou…

Phillies Notebook: In latest rough patch, Phillies leaning on ‘experience’

PHILADELPHIA — The Phillies were not at panic stations Monday. But on the back of a 1-9 stretch, they were close enough to have to explain why they weren’t panicking. The message from manager Rob Thomson hewed to the same line as usual: Get back to basics, keep the same process, understand that storms pass. “All these guys are doing the right things, as far as preparation, playing hard,” Thomson said. “I think the energy level is up. But, of cou…

Bryson Stott moved out of leadoff spot

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Answer to Phillies’ Woes Could Be a Phone Call Away

The Philadelphia Phillies, after a strong start at 34-19, have seen their momentum falter, dropping to 38-28 and trailing the New York Mets by 4 games. Offensive struggles have plummeted their scoring output to 4.57 runs per game, exposing weaknesses in center and left field positions. With an eye on the trade deadline, the team may still have an internal solution: Justin Crawford, their promising Triple-A prospect. Currently boasting a .349 bat…

Phillies Should Wait To Call Up Justin Crawford

The Philadelphia Phillies need to wait till later in the season to call up Justin Crawford. At some point this season, Crawford will be major league ready, but he is not there yet. Crawford is the Phillies top outfield prospect. Additionally, Crawford is currently dealing with an injury that has kept him out of the Triple-A lineup. Crawford, at the very least, needs to get healthy first before a call-up is truly discussed. It is worth mentioning…