Phillies' Struggles Worsen Despite Trade Deadline Moves
Phillies' Struggles Worsen Despite Trade Deadline Moves
Phillies' Struggles Worsen Despite Trade Deadline Moves
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The Philadelphia Phillies' recent struggles have put their season in jeopardy, highlighted by a 5-0 loss to the Miami Marlins and a disastrous 4-6 road trip, including a 12-5 defeat to the Arizona Diamondbacks. The team has plummeted since the All-Star break with a 7-15 record, losing their grip as the best team in baseball. Despite a promising start, their performance has significantly declined, marked by a lower batting average, increased ERA, and a negative run differential post-break. Manager Rob Thomson may consider a team meeting to address these issues. The Phillies made several trade deadline moves, including acquiring closer Carlos Estevez and reliever Tanner Banks, but these changes have yet to translate into on-field success. Overall, the Phillies need a turnaround to maintain their lead in the NL East and remain competitive for the playoffs.

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