Every season in baseball history, no matter which team it is that you follow, that team has had a player on the roster that has polarized a fanbase. That player has his supporters that are vociferous in their support as well as his detractors, equally as full throated in their dissent of his ability. It’s one of those things that isn’t really special about baseball, but doesn’t seem as common in other sports.
Austin Hays was probably not that player for the Phillies in 2024. Outside of the organization, you’ll be hard pressed to find many people that were fans of what he brought to the table this past season.