Phillies' Dave Dombrowski signals Trea Turner could lose shortstop role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 7:39 PM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Dave Dombrowski, president of baseball operations for the Philadelphia Phillies, indicated potential changes for shortstop Trea Turner following the team's elimination in the National League Wild Card Series. Turner had a poor offensive and defensive season, prompting Dombrowski to emphasize the need for improvement. He stressed that if Turner continues to perform inadequately, the organization might consider alternatives in spring training. Dombrowski mentioned the presence of younger players as options but acknowledged uncertainty about their readiness. The team aims to give Turner a chance to rectify his performance as they approach the winter offseason.
- •Phillies eliminated in National League Wild Card Series.
- •Trea Turner struggled offensively and defensively in 2026.
- •Dombrowski warns Turner must improve to retain shortstop position.
- •Philadelphia has younger players available as potential replacements.
- •Turner is determined to demonstrate his value in the upcoming season.
- 7:39 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies' Dave Dombrowski Threatens To Replace Trea Turner At Shortstop
"The Philadelphia Phillies were eliminated in the National League Wild Card Series
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