PT TODAY: Franco's year might be over; Saunders' is definitely over
Aug 18 2015
Team-by-team playing time allocation charts can be found in our Teamview pages.
| National League | American League | |
| Phillies | Maikel Franco placed on disabled list | |
| Philadelphia Phillies 3B Maikel Franco (wrist) was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a fractured left wrist Tuesday, Aug. 18. Source: MLB.com | |
| BHQ take: While we have not quite zeroed out Maikel Fanco's projected playing time, it's very possible that his season is over. If so, he will be missed by his owners after a very good rookie season, featuring a .294 xBA and a 136 PX. It's not yet clear how Philadelphia will replace Franco, but they've recalled outfielder Aaron Altherr. That could mean a return to third base for Cody Asche. Altherr has split 2015... |
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