How about Edmundo Sosa?
First game back off of the injured list and he has his first career multi home run game, launching three homers in a rout that clinched a first round bye. Sosa has been such a source
of constant energy and reliable production for the Phillies since arriving, and it was nice to see him have his moment on center stage like that. And who knows, if this is how he hits after missing 12 days with an injury, maybe it’s a good sign for how he’ll perform after the bye.
On to the links.
Phillies News:
- To make room for Sosa’s glorious return, Donovan Walton was DFA’d.
- A Q&A with top prospect Andrew Painter containing his thoughts on his 2025 season that saw struggles and frustration but ended healthy.
- Trea Turner’s defense has improved dramatically this season, by both the eye test and advanced metrics. But are those improvements in metrics sustainable?
- The automated ball-strike system is coming to Major League Baseball in 2026. How do members of the Phillies feel about it?
- Looking to buy some new merch in advance of Red October? Here are some local Philly creators ready to get you geared up. ($)
MLB news:
- Steven Fry of the Guardians suffered a broken nose and facial lacerations after being hit in the face by a 99 MPH fastball and will miss at least 6-8 weeks but should make a full recovery.
- The Nationals reportedly have a new President of Baseball Operations, luring away Red Sox assistant general manager Paul Toboni.
- The Mets have decided to cut bait with offseason trade acquisition Jose Siri, as they designated the outfielder for assignment.
- Who will benefit and who will lose out with the new ABS system? ($)
