5 things we learned about the Philadelphia Phillies this season

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Sep 20, 2023; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Bryson Stott (5) doubles to drive in two runs against the Atlanta Braves during the tenth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

I have said it time and time again this season … the Daycare is going to be what makes or breaks this team when it comes down to winning a playoff series. While there have been times where they struggled, throughout the majority of the season, it felt like you were the most confident with Alec Bohm, Bryson Stott or Brandon Marsh coming up to the plate to get a huge hit.

Add in Johan Rojas to the mix and you have some potential corner pieces developing for this team moving forward. Rojas and Marsh provide two options in the outfield for defensive purposes and speed as well. Bohm has really grown into a fine third baseman. And Stott? The compliments for Stott just can’t stop coming.

Here are the slashing lines for the members of the Daycare:

Bryson Stott: .283/.331/.427 HR:15 RBI: 61 Hits:158 Runs:76 OPS: .758

Alec Bohm: .279/.335/.433 HR:17 RBI: 92 Hits: 146 Runs:69 OPS: .768

Brandon Marsh: .279/.375/.449 HR:10 RBI: 54 Hits:107 Runs: 54 OPS: .824

Johan Rojas: .301/.344/.439 HR: 2 RBI: 21 Hits: 37 Runs: 19 OPS: .783

Even while struggling at times, the kids have been more than alright. The development of Marsh has a hitter has been one to marvel at. Hitting coach Kevin Long deserves a ton of credit for getting these kids in the right space and helping them make the necessary adjustments throughout the season.

Stott, Marsh and Bohm struggled in the playoffs at times last season. However, if they continue to hit and get hot going into these last 10 games, the Phillies lineup will be dangerous from 1-9.

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