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Phillies linked to Astros' 'extreme pull hitter' to replace Alec Bohm
TL;DR
The Philadelphia Phillies are considering replacing struggling third baseman Alec Bohm, who has a poor batting average of .151. Trade rumors suggest the team is linked to an 'extreme pull hitter' from the Houston Astros.
Key points
- Alec Bohm is struggling with a .151 batting average.
- Bohm has been linked to trade rumors for several seasons.
- The Phillies are considering an upgrade at third base.
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The separation of third baseman Alec Bohm and the Philadelphia Phillies feels inevitable.
Bohm's name has been linked to trade rumors for the past few seasons, and he's off to a not-so-good start at the plate. In 29 games, he's hitting .151/.218/.208 with just one home run and an 18 OPS+.
That means that in the batter's box, Bohm has performed 82 percent worse than the average replacement-level player. The Phillies' season has started poorly, but they could still consider making an upgrade at the hot corner if they find themselves back in the postseason race.
FanSided's Christopher Kline believes there may be a suitable trade between the Phillies and the Houston Astros, who have an infield logjam.
"He keeps strikeouts to a minimum, but [Isaac] Paredes is an extreme pull hitter with limited power. Too often, he's cranking lifeless pop-ups to left field or dribbling grounders to shortstop," Kline wrote Wednesday. "That said, his profile plays well in certain ballparks — Philadelphia stands out as a team with a need at third base — and Paredes is a two-time All-Star at 28, with another year on his contract. Teams will register interest."
Q&A
Who is Alec Bohm and why is he being replaced by the Phillies?
Alec Bohm is the third baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies, and he is being considered for replacement due to his poor performance, hitting just .151 this season.
What are the Phillies' options for replacing Alec Bohm?
The Phillies are reportedly looking at an 'extreme pull hitter' from the Houston Astros as a potential replacement for Bohm at third base.
How has Alec Bohm's performance affected the Phillies' season?
Bohm's poor batting average and performance have contributed to the Phillies' struggles early in the season, prompting discussions about potential upgrades.