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Grading the Phillies’ defense: it wasn’t a complete disaster

The Philadelphia Phillies are unlikely to win many games with their current defensive core. But just how poorly do they grade out?

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 12:00 AM
Grading the Phillies’ defense: it wasn’t a complete disaster
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Ethan Williams evaluated the Philadelphia Phillies' 2026 defensive performance, highlighting both struggles and bright spots.
  • Shortstop Trea Turner received an 'F' grade after leading Major League Baseball with 21 errors.
  • Bryson Stott, Derek Hill, and Adolis García earned 'A+' grades for their strong fielding metrics.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ethan Williams grades the Philadelphia Phillies' 2026 defensive performance, evaluating a unit historically known for struggles alongside several bright spots. While the team faced major issues across the infield, standouts like Bryson Stott, Derek Hill, and Adolis García earned top marks for their fielding contributions during the season.

Conversely, Trea Turner received an 'F' after leading baseball with 21 errors at shortstop, prompting president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski to issue a public ultimatum. Bryce Harper and Alec Bohm also struggled defensively following positional shifts to accommodate trade acquisition Luis Arraez.

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