Ronald Torreyes #74 of the Philadelphia Phillies (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
One of the most controversial Philadelphia Phillies decisions back in late March was creating a 40-man roster spot for infielder Ronald Torreyes. He has been on the injured list for most of this season, but now has returned and has shown his value.
No, it is not his two-RBI double in Tuesday’s seven-run eighth inning, or going 2-for-3 the game after. Not even manager Joe Girardi praising him for being a “baseball player” and always ready to go. Torreyes is here because of what the other infielders on the Phillies roster can’t do — play defense.