The Orioles made a bold move by intentionally walking Bryce Harper to pitch to Alec Bohm, who had been struggling at the plate. However, Bohm proved them wrong by hitting a double that brought in two runs, helping the Phillies secure a 5-3 win.
Bohm’s clutch performance came after a rain delay and a series of reviewed plays at the plate, showcasing his ability to stay focused and deliver when it mattered most. Despite his recent struggles, Bohm remained confident and saw the intentional walk as a strategic move by the Orioles rather than a sign of disrespect.
In other news, Brandon Marsh, who is on the injured list with a strained hamstring, started in center field for Double-A Reading and went 1-for-3. There is a possibility that he could be activated in time to rejoin the team for their upcoming game against the Orioles. Shortstop Trea Turner, who is also dealing with a hamstring injury, ran the bases under simulated game conditions and could potentially return to the lineup for Sunday’s series finale.
The Phillies have some roster decisions to make once Marsh and Turner are activated. Weston Wilson is likely to be one of the players added to the roster, but the team may have to make tough choices regarding players like David Dahl, Cristian Pache, and Johan Rojas. With Marsh potentially taking over in center field, Pache and Dahl may split time in left field to ensure a balanced lineup.
Looking ahead to the upcoming games, Phillies’ RHP Taijuan Walker will face off against RHP Grayson Rodriguez on Saturday, followed by RHP Zack Wheeler going up against RHP Corbin Burnes on Sunday. The Phillies will look to continue their winning streak and maintain their position in the standings as they push towards the playoffs.