When you think about the Phillies, Segura’s name is likely not the first one you think of.
Bryce Harper, the reigning MVP, face of the franchise, obviously comes first. Free agents Kyle Schwarber or Nick Castellanos are more top of mind, as is a homegrown player like Rhys Hoskins or the best catcher in baseball, J.T. Realmuto. Zack Wheeler and Aaron Nola have almost won Cy Youngs, too, if you want to throw pitchers into the mix here.
No, you don’t often think about Jean Segura and yet, every team needs their own “James Cigarettes.” Segura has been with the Phillies for four seasons now, and has been one of the most consistent performers during an otherwise disappointing era of Philadelphia baseball.