The Philadelphia Phillies knew they needed to show up at the plate on Friday. Coming off their embarrassing and historic sweep against the Houston Astros to sta

MLB Makes Trea Turner Decision After Phillies' Loss to Astros originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner is playing in his eleventh major league season since making his MLB debut in 2015.

Three weeks ago, with the Phillies at risk of getting swept by the Brewers — and missing Bryce Harper for the fifth consecutive game, the prelude to a lengthier absence — Trea Turner led off the first inning as follows: Walking on four pitches.