Phillies Bench Alec Bohm for Game 2

In a strategic move for Game 2 of the NL Division Series, Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson benched All-Star Alec Bohm, opting for Edmundo Sosa at third base to inject energy into the struggling lineup. Bohm's performance in Game 1 was lackluster, going 0-for-4 with minimal contact, and he has been struggling overall, hitting just .170 since returning from an injury. Thomson stated that he wanted to enhance the team's energy, noting that Sosa brings that dynamic. The Phillies are looking to bounce back from their 6-2 loss to the New York Mets, who currently lead the series 1-0. Despite Bohm's earlier successful season, his recent performance has prompted the change, which Thomson hopes will reinvigorate the offense as they face Mets pitcher Luis Severino. The decision reflects the urgency of playoff games and the need to make impactful lineup adjustments.