Phillies move Brandon Marsh to platoon role amid struggles against lefties
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
The Philadelphia Phillies have shifted All-Star Brandon Marsh back to a reduced role due to recent performance issues. Manager Don Mattingly noted that Marsh's struggles against left-handed pitching have become concerning, prompting the decision to bench him against Dodgers lefty Eric Lauer. Marsh's stats show a decline in performance, with only two hits and 13 strikeouts in his last 24 plate appearances against lefties. The team is looking to maximize lineup effectiveness as the season progresses, indicating a potential platoon strategy moving forward.
- •Brandon Marsh benched against lefty Eric Lauer during Dodgers series
- •Manager Don Mattingly cites recent struggles against lefties
- •Marsh has just two hits and 13 strikeouts in 24 plate appearances against lefties
- •The Phillies may implement a platoon role for Marsh moving forward
- •Recent performances challenge his status as an everyday player
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Phillies Move All-Star Brandon Marsh After Setback, ‘Haven’t Been Great’
"The Philadelphia Phillies made a change with their breakout All-Star after his struggles suddenly reappeared.
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