Phillies' Infield Dilemma: Will Alec Bohm Be the Sacrificial Lamb?
The Philadelphia Phillies are facing a conundrum in their infield, with Bryce Harper, Bryson Stott, Trea Turner, and Alec Bohm all under team control for the foreseeable future. While there are options to upgrade this position, including signing free agents like Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman, the issue is that there isn't room for anyone new just yet.
Bohm, who has been the subject of trade rumors in the offseason, saw a decline in his performance last season, with a lower batting average and fewer home runs. However, with an injury limiting him to only 42 games played, it's likely his numbers would have looked different if he had remained healthy throughout the season.
MLB Network insider Jon Morosi suggests that if the Phillies decide to move Bohm, it will be as part of a larger plan to upgrade his spot in the lineup. "If the Phillies were to move Bohm, in my judgment, it would have to be because they think there's a chance of getting a Bregman or they're one of the teams potentially that could look at a Bo Bichette at a spot that's not shortstop," Morosi said.
The Phillies are likely to focus on signing Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto in free agency, with their next phase possibly involving a Bohm trade to open up an infield that might benefit from a different look and feel. With a list of top prospects available, including Eugenio Suárez, Jorge Polanco, and Luis Arráez, the Phillies have options to consider.
It's worth noting that while Bohm has shown All-Star level production in the past, his consistency has been an issue. If he is moved, it would likely be a calculated move by the team to upgrade their infield and create more opportunities for new talent to shine.
The Philadelphia Phillies are facing a conundrum in their infield, with Bryce Harper, Bryson Stott, Trea Turner, and Alec Bohm all under team control for the foreseeable future. While there are options to upgrade this position, including signing free agents like Bo Bichette or Alex Bregman, the issue is that there isn't room for anyone new just yet.
Bohm, who has been the subject of trade rumors in the offseason, saw a decline in his performance last season, with a lower batting average and fewer home runs. However, with an injury limiting him to only 42 games played, it's likely his numbers would have looked different if he had remained healthy throughout the season.
MLB Network insider Jon Morosi suggests that if the Phillies decide to move Bohm, it will be as part of a larger plan to upgrade his spot in the lineup. "If the Phillies were to move Bohm, in my judgment, it would have to be because they think there's a chance of getting a Bregman or they're one of the teams potentially that could look at a Bo Bichette at a spot that's not shortstop," Morosi said.
The Phillies are likely to focus on signing Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto in free agency, with their next phase possibly involving a Bohm trade to open up an infield that might benefit from a different look and feel. With a list of top prospects available, including Eugenio Suárez, Jorge Polanco, and Luis Arráez, the Phillies have options to consider.
It's worth noting that while Bohm has shown All-Star level production in the past, his consistency has been an issue. If he is moved, it would likely be a calculated move by the team to upgrade their infield and create more opportunities for new talent to shine.
i think its kinda harsh on bohms part cuz hes had some good games last season, like 3 home runs in one game and all that 
but yeah its true he didnt play a full season due to injury so his stats are def skewed 
if they wanna upgrade the lineup, maybe they can find someone who's more reliable than bohms all time swing 
dont get me wrong, i think bregman and bichette r awesome players but lets not forget about bohms past achievements too 
and i love how the phillies have prospects waiting in the wings, eugenio suárez is a gem 
maybe a trade is the way to go, but only if it benefits the team in the long run 
. What do you guys think? Should Bohm be the sacrificial lamb to make way for new talent? 
. The team's options are definitely intriguing - Eugenio Suárez, Jorge Polanco, and Luis Arráez could all bring a new dynamic to the infield 
. It'll be interesting to see how the Phillies balance their decision-making: do they prioritize Bohm's potential or upgrade now for long-term benefits? 
. The thing that worries me is how Bohm's decline in performance was affected by his injury and if that would have been fixed with a full season 
. Maybe trading him might be the best move, but I hope they consider all their options before making a decision 
. But now that he's in the league, it's like everyone's forgetting about the kid 
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️. Injuries happen to anyone, even pros 
. And those trade rumors? I think they're just gonna make him feel like he's not good enough 
. Newsflash: we all go through ups and downs in the game 
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. They've got young players waiting in the wings, so let them develop for a bit before trying to ship him off 
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Let him come back stronger and healthy next year before making any drastic moves. They've got a bunch of talented young prospects in their farm system who could be ready for a shot in the majors. Why rush things? 
those days were so much more innocent no one had a 100 million dollar contract in sight 
now it's all about the benjamins baby 
i'm not saying Bohm is bad or anything but sometimes these teams just gotta make tough decisions to bring in some fresh blood and upgrade their lineup...like i was saying, there are options out there 
. If he's going to be the "sacrificial lamb" as Morosi said, it'd be interesting to see where they'd send him and what kind of return they'd get 
. Kyle Schwarber and J.T. Realmuto are solid signings, but if they're going to shake things up, it's gotta be a calculated move that benefits the team in the long run 
they're stuck in this infield conundrum and its like they dont know what to do 
Alec Bohm is literally the sacrificial lamb 
if they trade him, idk man... i feel bad for the guy he had a rough season last year but he's still got that All-Star spark 
its not fair to blame him tho bohm was injured and we dont no what wouldve happened if he was healthy all season