The Philadelphia Phillies couldn't have asked for a better start to the 2025 MLB campaign. Rob Thomson's club sits in second place in the NL East with a 7-3 record ahead of Wednesday's clash with the rival Atlanta Braves, putting the Phillies in a good spot to build even more momentum as April continues.
Even though the Phillies are flying high to begin the new season, not everything has gone to plan. Certain Philadelphia veterans have struggled throughout the club's first 10 games, leaving time to tell if continuing to underperform will lead to any of their being kicked to the curb.
With that in mind, here are four Phillies veterans whose early-season struggles have put their respective jobs in jeopardy.
1. Jordan Romano, RHP
Remember when Phillies fans were excited to see Jordan Romano join the bullpen this offseason? The right-handed Canadian hurler has been one of the MLB's best relievers in recent years, having pitched to a 2.90 ERA in 137 relief appearances with the Toronto Blue Jays since the start of 2022, earning two All-Star nods along the way.
Fast forward to early April when a good chunk of fans wouldn't mind seeing fewer opportunities handed to Romano. The 31-year-old RHP is sitting at a putrid 15.75 ERA through five starts after giving up seven earned runs and a quartet of walks in only four innings of work.
If Romano can't turn things around by pitching more efficiently and consistently, manager Rob Thomson must reassess his bullpen role.