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Phillies announce Alec Bohm batting sixth in Twins series opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 11:35 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Phillies announce Alec Bohm batting sixth in Twins series opener

Summary

The Philadelphia Phillies prepare to face the Minnesota Twins on Thursday at the Field of Dreams Game in Iowa after a series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. Phillies manager Don Mattingly has made lineup changes, moving Alec Bohm to the sixth spot to start at first base. Bohm's season has seen struggles at the plate, as he enters the game with a.231 batting average and a.653 OPS. The Phillies hold a 64-58 record, trailing the Atlanta Braves in the NL East and tied for the final Wild Card spot in the playoffs.

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By the Numbers

•Bohm bats sixth and starts at first base against the Twins.
•Phillies hold a record of 64-58 entering the series.
•Field of Dreams Game takes place at a neutral site in Iowa.
•Bohm has a.231 batting average and 99 hits this season.
•Phillies are tied for the final Wild Card spot in the NL.

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11:35 PMYahoo Sports — Philadelphia Phillies Announce Alec Bohm Decision Before Twins Series

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The Philadelphia Phillies are coming off a series loss to the St. Louis Cardinals, but they’ll quickly turn the page. On Thursday night, they’ll begin a series against the Minnesota Twins. While they’re on the road, Game 1 will take place at the neutral site in Iowa as part of the Field of Dreams Game, […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Announce Alec Bohm Decision Before Twins Series appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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