Coming into the 2018 season, Philadelphia Phillies manager Gabe Kapler was a polarizing character. As the dog days come to an end, that hasn’t changed at all. In Kapler’s first season at the helm, the team battled through trials and tribulations, with each series seeming to serve as a referendum on his managerial style. While some question his bullpen usage and lineup changes, one Phillies hitter views Kapler in a positive light.
In an article by MLB.com’s Todd Zolecki, Rhys Hoskins admitted that playing for Kapler is “different,” but also praised the interpersonal skills of the rookie manager:
“One thing that stands out to Gabe is the way that he listens.