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Trea Turner’s Defensive Struggles | Philadelphia Phillies News
Trea Turner’s offensive game is firing on all cylinders, but his defense has been a glaring weakness this season—leading the league in shortstop errors and sitting near the bottom in fielding percentage. Advanced metrics show he’s costing his team runs, which is especially concerning for a three-time All-Star. Despite the criticism, Phillies exec Dave Dombrowski stands by him, citing past struggles and Turner’s proven defensive pedigree from last year and the playoffs. With the postseason looming, Turner’s ability to rebound defensively could be the difference-maker for Philly’s playoff push…
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