Brandon Marsh, currently struggling with a 0-for-26 slump, is feeling the weight of his performance. The Phillies’ center fielder has not recorded a hit in his last 11 games and is batting just .108 for the season. Despite his previous success against right-handed pitchers—batting .292 in 2023 and .262 in 2024—he’s only 2-for-24 against righties so far this season. His manager, Rob Thomson, acknowledged Marsh’s frustration but indicated that a decision on his playing time might be coming soon.
Marsh is doing whatever he can to contribute, even in games where he doesn’t hit well. He walked and scored a run on Saturday, but his Sunday performance was tough, including a pair of strikeouts. Marsh expressed his disappointment, saying, “I’m not doing my part… I feel like I’m letting my guys down.”
The Phillies don’t have many other center field options at the moment, with Johan Rojas offering a solid start but not significantly better than Marsh offensively. Triple-A player Justin Crawford could eventually be considered, but he’s had limited experience there.
Other players like Alec Bohm are also struggling, but Bryce Harper emphasized the need for players to stay focused and maintain the mindset of contributing to the team’s success. As Marsh and Bohm navigate their rough patches, their performance will be crucial in helping the team improve, especially as they approach free agency and their roles in the future of the offense.
Marsh remains determined to turn things around, saying, “I’ve got to figure some things out.”