After splitting a four-game set with the Atlanta Braves (at home) over Labor Day weekend, the Philadelphia Phillies are beginning a new series in MLB against the Houston Astros (also at home) this week.
Before the series began, manager Don Mattingly revealed the Phillies lineup, which happens to be the exact same as Monday afternoon’s posting.
However, Phillies fans remain loud about the fact that Trea Turner remains the team’s second hitter, despite below-average production at the plate.
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Phillies Fans Remain Irate with Trea Turner Lineup Position
Here is the full Philadelphia Phillies batting order, per @UnderdogMLB:
Phillies 9/8: “K. Schwarber DH T. Turner SS B. Harper RF L. Arraez 2B A. Bohm 1B B. Stott 3B B. Marsh LF J. Realmuto C J. Crawford CF A. Painter SP”
K. Schwarber DH T. Turner SS B. Harper RF L. Arraez 2B A. Bohm 1B B. Stott 3B B. Marsh LF J. Realmuto C J. Crawford CF
A. Painter SP
The one notable thing is that Andrew Painter will get the start in the series opener, and JT Realmuto is behind the plate for a 2nd consecutive game.
Let’s get into some of the notable Trea Turner reactions from the lineup drop; here’s what people are saying across social media:
@StompyMuff: “Wake up sad everyday knowing I have to watch trea turner “try” to play SS”
Trea Turner’s 2026 Stats Thus Far
Over 139 games played this season, Trea Turner carries a bWAR of -o.3.
His batting average is .240, and Turner has walked just 40 times in 619 plate appearances.
Turner has also added 17 home runs, 26 doubles, 52 RBI, and a career-low OPS+ of 79.
He’s tied to an 11-year, $300 million contract.
Phillies fans, are you concerned about Turner’s performance? And do you think it may hold the team back in October?
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