Phillies Sign SS Trea Turner

Callison 2022-12-07 00:29:44 UTC #66

I never liked it either but the results speak for themselves. Thomson just KNOWS these things somehow.

Aquapong 2022-12-07 01:05:41 UTC #67

I would think Turner will be taking that role. Schwarbs lower Obp this year should probably push him down the lineup.

phillychuck 2022-12-07 02:42:21 UTC #68

Turner has not been as selective as a Dodger as he was as a Nat. If he's going to bat first or second he should take a few more pitches.

KnOWnX 2022-12-07 15:25:39 UTC #70

This is so big for us and so happy to add a reliable bat with that speed!

We needed that big time. Would like to still see another bullpen signing even with the Strahm signing

phillychuck 2022-12-14 16:27:41 UTC #71

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Callison 2022-12-07 18:28:51 UTC #78

Huge signing. The new lineup can take the Astros!

Still hoping to acquire some arms. They're gonna want to play for this team.

Turner might be better used at 2B while we hope Stott can become a hitter. Stott is a strong defensive ss. I don't think the Phils are looking for a 2B and I think Segura will be gone.

Philsmania 2022-12-08 15:22:11 UTC #89

It's official now.

https://twitter.com/Phillies/status/1600870381098655745

He'll wear #7. [note: they haven't yet photoshopped him into a Phillies cap and uniform]

zambonir 2022-12-08 19:06:01 UTC #101

I'm still catching up on the coverage. From Gelb:

There are no illusions about the final years of Turner’s deal. As part of the various exercises in ranking the free-agent shortstops, Phillies officials debated how long each could stick at that premium position. They did not always achieve a consensus but, in the case of Turner, the team envisions he can remain a shortstop for somewhere between five and eight years. If it’s six, the Phillies will be pleased. The value of this contract is in the initial seasons, and that is why they pounced.

phillychuck 2022-12-14 16:22:39 UTC #102

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