The Phillies’ offense has been historically bad
The Philadelphia Phillies are experiencing a historically poor offensive performance this season. With a .224 team batting average, they rank second-worst in Major League Baseball and have recorded the worst average in franchise history through the first 59 games. Despite a high payroll, their offensive struggles have left them unable to score more than four runs in a game since mid-May.
- ▪The Phillies' .224 batting average is the worst in franchise history after the first 59 games.
- ▪They have not scored more than four runs in a game since May 18.
- ▪Their active roster has the third-fewest Fangraphs WAR among MLB teams this season.
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