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Salisbury: Bryce Harper batting leadoff? Alec Bohm trade? Andrew Painter’s innings? Manager Rob Thomson weighs in

December 10, 2024

Aug 29, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson (R) checks third base Alec Bohm (28) after an apparent injury during the first inning against the Atlanta Braves at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

DALLAS – Phillies manager Rob Thomson took his turn on the dais on Day 2 of the winter meetings Tuesday.
Thomson was asked about a number of ongoing topics. Let’s dig in:
THE LEADOFF SPOT
Oct 5, 2024; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) celebrates with Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper (3) after a solo home run against the New York Mets in the first inning in game one of the NLDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
Thomson usually points to one stat – wins – when he talks about his reasons for batting Kyle Schwarber leadoff. The Phillies have made the postseason three stra...

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