Perhaps the biggest weakness within the Phillies roster, the starting pitching staff left plenty to be desired in 2019. Now, looking towards the offseason, free agency provides a beacon of hope for generating a starting rotation the Phils can apply to a roster that is already ready to compete for a playoff spot in 2020.
The depth of this year’s free agency group is worth the Phils pocketbook; here are a few names to keep an eye on as baseball’s hibernation approaches.
Jake Odorizzi
Jake Odorizzi may not be the sexy pick when considering Gerrit Cole may reside in the same class, but he may be one of the most cost-effective options for the Phillies.