It’s been a trying start to the season for the Phillies, to say the least, but one of the most frustrated responses to the team’s new style has not come from a fan or announcer, but rather from outfielder Nick Williams. After only starting two of the team’s first six games to start 2018, compared to starting 78 out of 85 games in the back half of 2017, Williams publicly called out Gabe Kapler’s analytical style of managing, which he felt was costing him playing time.
“I guess the computers are making [the lineup], I don’t know,” Williams said.