PHILADELPHIA (AP) — In an effort to shake up their struggling offense, the Philadelphia Phillies made a bold move by benching All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm for Game 2 of the NL Division Series. Bohm, who is healthy but mired in a hitting slump, was replaced by Edmundo Sosa at third base for the game against the New York Mets.
Phillies manager Rob Thomson explained that he wanted to inject some energy into the lineup by starting Sosa, who is known for his lively playing style. Bohm, who had a disappointing 0 for 4 performance in Game 1, was visibly frustrated and has been struggling at the plate recently.
