Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies are unlikely to trade third baseman Alec Bohm after free agent Bo Bichette signed with another team. Bohm's performance has not met expectations, but the Phillies seem set to keep him for another season.
Key Facts
- The Phillies considered acquiring Bo Bichette, a free agent, but he signed with the New York Mets.
- If Bichette had joined the Phillies, Alec Bohm might have been traded.
- Bohm, once a highly ranked draft pick, has not consistently performed at a high level.
- He has played in all Phillies playoff games over the last four seasons.
- The Phillies do not see other free-agent infielders as suitable upgrades.
- Alec Bohm has a batting average of .225 in 150 playoff at-bats with the Phillies.
