Phillies weigh increased playing time for Bryan De La Cruz

Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Bryan De La Cruz has made a notable impact since his call-up from Lehigh Valley this summer, hitting.346 with a 1.021 OPS in 12 games. Despite his strong showing, De La Cruz's playing time has been limited due to recent defensive alignments, particularly with Bryce Harper now playing first base. The Phillies have options to shift their lineup, potentially reducing playing time for struggling third baseman Alec Bohm, who has one of the lowest WARs among qualified players. As the team seeks to optimize their lineup, De La Cruz could see more at-bats in the coming weeks.

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