The Philadelphia Phillies faced another tough outing with starter Alan Rangel, who allowed five runs to the Mets before the fourth inning, leading to a 6-1 loss. This season, the No. 5 starter position has been problematic, with a collective 6.87 ERA and a record of 1-11 among various pitchers. As the August 3 trade deadline approaches, the Phillies need to address their rotation issues, eyeing potential trade targets like Brady Singer and Robbie Ray. With a playoff push in mind, the team’s lack of depth and mounting injuries complicate their quest for postseason contention.
