What happened: Philadelphia's outfield ranks 28th in the majors in wRC+ at 85 and 28th in fWAR at 0.9, with Edmundo Sosa carrying a .625 OPS in a corner-outfield platoon and rookie Justin Crawford posting a .658 OPS in center. The bullpen also needs a high-leverage setup arm after Brad Keller's season-ending UCL tear, even with Jonathan Bowlan's 2.84 ERA holding up the middle innings. Both needs rank above the club's infield and rotation questions as the Aug. 2 trade deadline approaches.
Why it matters: The Phillies pulled off a similar makeover last year, acquiring Jhoan Duran and Harrison Bader from the Minnesota Twins in separate deals that reshaped the roster. They've already been tied to outfield help beyond the current roster, while Trea Turner, Alec Bohm and Bryson Stott have underperformed at the plate. A repeat blockbuster is unlikely, but addressing the outfield and setup relief would stabilize a roster built to contend.
By the numbers: Brandon Marsh has slumped to a .483 OPS in July after making his first All-Star team. Derek Hill has struck out 23 times in 55 plate appearances as a Phillie despite a hot .538 BABIP stretch. Jonathan Bowlan owns a 2.84 ERA this season, while Edmundo Sosa is posting a .625 OPS.
What to watch: Philadelphia has until Aug. 2 to address the outfield and bullpen before the trade deadline passes.