Earlier this week, it became obvious that the Phillies’ front office doesn’t think very highly of the team’s chances. Their inaction at the trade deadline (aside, of course, for the trades for Asdrubal Cabrera, Wilson Ramos, and Aaron Loup), showed that management wasn’t “all in” on this team, and didn’t believe they were true contenders.
Much like the fictional Indians in the movie Major League, the 2018 Phillies appear determined to prove ownership wrong and make their way to the postseason. Their latest step in this improbable journey was a 5-1 win over the Miami Marlins on Friday night.