Tommy Joseph Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 1" / 255 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 7/16/1991 (32)
- Experience
- 2
- College
- None
Tommy Joseph Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Tommy Joseph News
After the Phillies designated first baseman Tommy Joseph for assignment, the Texas Rangers have swooped in and claimed the slugger. The 26-year-old didn't really have a place in Philly with the signing of Carlos Santana and emergence of Rhys Hoskins, and Texas can deploy the unathletic hitter as a pure designated hitter. It is unlikely that Joseph would take away playing time from Joey Gallo or any of the Rangers more decorated hitters, but if he can rediscover the form that had him on pace for 40 home runs over a full season in 2016, he'll certainly be able to carve out a role. With that said, at this point, Joseph represents little more than a depth piece for fantasy owners in AL-only leagues. He's undraftable in most leagues and is currently being drafted in late reserve rounds, if at all. Pass on him on draft day but throw him on your watch list and keep an eye on if he finds his stride.
Following the signing of former Cy Young winner Jake Arrieta, the Philadelphia Phillies designated first baseman Tommy Joseph for assignment to make room on the roster. The 26-year-old former starter has been on a steady decline following an abysmal 2017 season. The clubs acquisition of Carlos Santana meant Joseph had lost his job as a starter, with a backup infielder and outfield role more likely. After the signing of Arrieta, Joseph's future with the Phillies appears to be non-existent. This spring, Joseph tried his best at the plate, hitting .429 through 21 plate appearances, but it wasn't enough.
After almost leaving for Asia during the offseason, first basemanTommy Joseph arrived at spring training with his role for the Philadelphia Phillies not exactly defined. After all, the club signed Carlos Santana to take over first base duties, and Joseph has even seen time in an already packed outfield in a bid for playing time. His bat, however, has done the talking thus far. Heading into Sunday, the 26-year-old had played in 11 games so far, hitting .429 with three doubles. While he still has a very complicated path to consistent playing time, Joseph has done enough to earn a spot on the roster for Opening Day, which is now under three weeks away.