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4w ago

Max Kepler’s Post-Deadline Surge Continues With 5-RBI Night in Phillies’ Win Over Mets

Philadelphia’s decision to keep him through the deadline, paired with a defined platoon role, set up the rebound.

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Overview

  • Kepler went 3-for-4 with a home run and five RBIs in an 11–3 victory over the Mets, his first five-RBI game since 2016.
  • Since the deadline, he is batting .288 with five home runs, 17 RBIs, 16 runs and an .858 OPS.
  • His roster spot was in doubt as July ended, with the Phillies pursuing outfield help and adding Harrison Bader during his extended slump.
  • Manager Rob Thomson publicly backed Kepler and cited a 45.8% hard-hit rate this season, the second-highest of his career.
  • Kepler now thrives in a platoon-heavy outfield that has lifted the offense since Aug. 1, and he even logged two hits off lefty Gregory Soto in the Mets win.