That statement might seem a bit misguided considering that the Phillies finished with the worst overall record in Major League Baseball during the 2015 season, finished in last place in the NL East for a 2nd straight season, and finished with a losing record for a 3rd straight season.
However, there are very real signs that the organization problems may have bottomed out. While real, measurable, on-field improvement may still take another year, there is now hope for the future.
First, consider the major changes in the management and ownership situations. We began the 2015 season with Pat Gillick still in charge on behalf of an old-school mentality ownership.