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Phillies: Three players who need to “over-perform” in 2020

After another disappointing season that forced the organization’s hand to fire manager Gabe Kapler, the pressure is sky-high for the Phillies.

Although some project the team to finish as bad as fourth-place in a tough National League East, Phillies fans are clamoring for a playoff berth.

For the Phillies to make the playoffs, they’ll need all hands on deck this season and for some guys to out perform what’s expected of them.

Here are just three players who need to “overperform” this season for the Phillies to make the playoffs.

Bryce Harper, RF

The Phillies’ new superstar outfielder had an absolute monster year in 2019.