The atmosphere in the Phillies’ locker room has been documented as one with open communication and one where players can relax. Roles are well communicated within the team so that each player is comfortable with how he is going to be used. Matt Gelb wrote about this last week and spoke with several of the players about much Thomson has changed.
They usually know where they stand with Thomson. That might not have been the case before...“He’s a good communicator,” Maton said. “He’ll let you know whatever is on his mind and what he wants you to do.