Trea Turner's season-long slump continues, testing Phillies manager Don Mattingly's confidence level

Phillies Manager Sends Strong Message on Trea Turner Amid Struggles

When it appeared like Trea Turner was headed for an off day, he’s right back in the lineup against the Miami Marlins. Philadelphia Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly explains his reasons for playing the struggling shortstop.“I want to show confidence because I feel confidence. I wouldn’t say the things I say if I didn’t feel confident that Trea wasn’t going to find it and be swinging more consistently and better as we go through the season.”…

Don Mattingly isn't ‘giving up' on Trea Turner during prolonged slump

It’s been a down year for Trea Turner. But the Phillies remain confident in their shortstop. He’ll bat second against the Marlins on Monday night at Citizens Bank Park, despite questions about a potential reset day or a move down in the lineup. Don Mattingly said he did not give much thought to sitting Turner. “Well, I really didn’t think about it today,” Mattingly said. “So I really wouldn’t need deliberation at all.” The conversation around to…

Trea Turner's season-long slump continues, testing Phillies manager Don Mattingly's confidence level

Philadelphia's three-time All-Star posted the lowest OPS through any 65-game stretch of his career.