The Philadelphia Phillies are generating plenty of headlines this weekend, and all eyes are on third baseman Alec Bohm. After sitting out Thursday and Friday's games—and not even picking up a bat on Thursday—the team is clearly hoping a brief reset will shake off his recent struggles. But with mounting questions about solutions and how long the Phillies will wait before making a more permanent move, this situation is quickly becoming the talk of the clubhouse.
In other baseball news, a fascinating piece of nostalgia is making the rounds: a deep dive into the old Fleer factory in Olney and the workers who brought those iconic cards to life. Meanwhile, the baseball world is mourning again this week. Following the passing of the Braves' former owner, legendary manager Bobby Cox has also died, leaving a lasting legacy in Atlanta.
Across the league, the American League standings are raising eyebrows—they just don't look right this season, with unexpected teams rising and others faltering. Out west, the San Francisco Giants have made a bold move, trading away their Gold Glove catcher Patrick Bailey to the Cleveland Guardians. And in Baltimore, the injury bug continues to bite: starting pitcher Cade Povich has landed on the injured list with an elbow issue, further testing the Orioles' depth.
