Daily News | Matt Strahm understands Phillies’ hesitance to push the innings envelope and make him a starter again
removed Matt Strahm from the rotation a few weeks ago despite a lingering problem in the No. 5 starter spot, the veteran lefty had a predictable reaction.
Strahm understood. He has taken a turn on the injured list in each of the last seven seasons. And when the Phillies invested a two-year, $15 million contract in Strahm in the offseason, they intended to use him in a relief role. “It was basically, ‘Hey, we’re essentially getting into the water that is uncharted. We don’t know what you’re going to be able to do or how long you’re going to be able to do it, but we know we want you to do it at the end, so we need to kind of be cautious right now,’” Strahm said. “Whether that means I’m going to be a starter again, I don’t know. But I also know I’m very effective out of the bullpen. I just want to win.
As usual, Strahm’s hand will be raised, not that it will influence the choice this week or in the near future. If anything, Strahm takes the Phillies’ hesitation to push him as flattery.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Nightmare first inning for Dylan Covey dooms Phillies in 11-4 loss to BravesCovey wasn't able to last the first inning against the Braves, turning the contest into an ad hoc bullpen game.
Read more »
Phillies’ Brandon Marsh is taking control of his at-bats this seasonMarsh is learning that using his legs more and moving his head less are key elements of batting improvement.
Read more »
Taking Stock of Phillies' Issues With Season Nearly One-Third CompleteThe Memorial Day checkpoint has arrived and the Phillies are largely in the same position they found themselves in a year ago. Which problems are ripe for regression and which might linger?
Read more »
Scott Rolen among three to be inducted into the Phillies Wall of FameRolen joins John Quinn and Ruly Carpenter in the 2023 class, which will be honored in ceremonies later this season.
Read more »
Phillies prospect Mick Abel is learning how to pitch through adversityThe Phillies’ No. 2 prospect is off to an uneven start with double-A Reading as he tries to get better at making quick in-game adjustments.
Read more »
Phillies are small underdogs in series opener vs. MetsHere's a look at Phillies vs. Mets odds ahead of Tuesday's series opener at Citi Field in New York.
Read more »