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Philadelphia Phillies: This is the perfect lineup for the 2021 season

By David Esser

Sep 23, 2020; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Bryce Harper (3) is congratulated by catcher J.T. Realmuto (10) after hitting a solo home run against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 23, 2020; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Bryce Harper (3) is congratulated by catcher J.T. Realmuto (10) after hitting a solo home run against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 15, 2020; Miami, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox center fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (19) reacts after doubling in a run in the 6th inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 15, 2020; Miami, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox center fielder Jackie Bradley Jr. (19) reacts after doubling in a run in the 6th inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

Two major switches in the outfield.

Right Field: Bryce Harper

Again, no major explanation needed here. Bryce Harper is the team’s unquestioned superstar, and is coming off a very strong 2020 campaign. He finished the year leading the MLB in walks (49), and recorded a .962 OPS. He was an All-MLB finalist, and will likely be one again in 2021.

Center Field: Jackie Bradley Jr.

A new face! Nothing is certain as of yet, but it has been reported that the Philadelphia Phillies have at least made contact with Jackie Bradley Jr. He’s a former All-Star and Gold Glove winner, and would sure up the team’s CF position for at least 1-2 seasons. Dave Dombrowski has a history of bringing in former players, and the addition of JBJ just makes sense.

Similar to how the team signed Gregorius to appease Joe Girardi – JBJ could help boost the club during Dombrowski’s first season.

Left Field: Adam Haseley

Another switch up, but I’d rather see Adam Haseley out in left field as opposed to Andrew McCutchen. Despite Cutch’s lofty salary, his play has been steadily declining since his knee injury. He had a -1.0 defensive WAR last year, and Haseley is obviously a former top-10 pick. Giving him the starting reps moving forward makes more sense on paper.

Final Projected Batting Order

  1. Bradley Jr.
  2. Hoskins
  3. Harper
  4. Bohm
  5. Realmuto
  6. Haseley
  7. Kingery
  8. Stott
  9. (Pitcher)

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Again, obviously the likes of Realmuto and Bradley Jr. aren’t on the Philadelphia Phillies roster. However, if I had it my way, they’d both be snatched up on deals for the future. Combine that lineup with the team’s ascending starting rotation – and that’s a team that I think could crack the playoffs as a Wild Card.

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