Andrew McCutchen #22 of the Philadelphia Phillies (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
The Philadelphia Phillies are averaging fewer than four runs scored per game, while their pitching is averaging more than 4 1/2 runs allowed per game. Put the two numbers together, and that helps to quantify why the team is underperforming at a record below .500 — 10-11 — through the first 21 games of the 2021 season.
The Phillies should try players, other than Andrew McCutchen, out at leadoff.
Phillies leadoff hitter Andrew McCutchen slashing .154/.300/.231 is not helping the cause.