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The Philadelphia Phillies get shut out for the 2nd straight game against the San Francisco Giants as the offensive issues continue in the early part of the season. What changes can the Phillies make to fix their approach at the plate, and what changes are off the table for this early in the season?

Connor Thomas takes a look at another Phillies’ shutout loss, focusing on the issues with the approach hitters are taking at the plate. Are there lineup changes that the team could implement as soon as this weekend's series with the Arizona Diamondbacks? Insights include a swap of Bryson Stott and Brandon Marsh in the lineup, Zack Wheeler's velocity concerns in his rehab, and perspective on the Phillies' standing in the NL East. Key topics: why it is too early for the Phillies to make any dramatic changes, whether or not Wheeler can look like himself when he returns to the rotation, and a look at a major difference between the records for teams in the National League and American League.

00:00 Phillies Offensive Struggles
Breakdown of the Phillies' 20 scoreless innings, discussion on lineup/approach changes, and realistic vs. unrealistic responses.

11:18 Zach Wheeler Rehab Concerns
Update and analysis on Zach Wheeler's rehab starts, with focus on velocity concerns and implications for the Phillies' rotation.

23:08 MLB & NL Standings Check
Review of NL East and MLB standings, context for the Phillies' early season results, and league-wide trends.

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