Brandon Phillips Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 0" / 200 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 6/28/1981 (42)
- Experience
- 17
Brandon Phillips Season Stats
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Brandon Phillips News
Currently a free agent, former All-Star second baseman Brandon Phillips is still holding out hope that he may play in the major leagues this season. The 37-year-old played in nine games for the Boston Red Sox last season after signing in June. Phillips is maintaining his shape as he awaits a possible call, perhaps just like last season with Boston. Considering the litany of injuries that have already taken place around the league, it may not be inconceivable for Phillips to sign with a team this year.
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said second baseman Brandon Phillips will start working out at first base. The veteran hit a two-run, game-winning homer to help beat the Braves 9-8 in an epic comeback on Wednesday. The 37-year-old has mostly played second base in his 17-year career, but he's made 24 starts at third base and two starts at shortstop. First baseman Mitch Moreland has hit .183 with a .594 OPS in 33 games since the All-Star break while battling through injuries. Phillips hit .302 with an .824 OPS at Triple-A Pawtucket before his call-up. He's probably still a long shot to make the team's postseason roster, but he has several weeks to prove he's worthy. Phillips still probably isn't anything more than AL-only depth to close out the season.
Boston Red Sox second baseman Brandon Phillips came through in the clutch in his Red Sox debut on Wednesday. With the Red Sox down 8-7 in the top of the ninth inning, Phillips belted a two-run shot which put his squad in the lead for good. Phillips also drew two walks in the game. The best-case scenario for Phillips is that he earns semi-regular playing time for the rest of the season, but due to the depth of the Red Sox, he is not a viable fantasy option.