The Philadelphia Phillies’ $72 million veteran, Taijuan Walker, might be done for the season after his latest struggles on the mound. Walker, who signed a four-year, $72 million contract with the Phillies in 2022, has had a disastrous season, posting a 7.10 ERA across 15 starts.¹
His latest outing was a disaster, surrendering eight earned runs in just 3.1 innings against the New York Mets. This performance has raised serious concerns about his ability to contribute to the team’s playoff push.
The Phillies have a strong rotation, with Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, Ranger Suárez, and Cristopher Sánchez, but Walker’s struggles have left a gaping hole in the fifth starter spot. With the playoffs looming, the Phillies might not be able to trust Walker in a meaningful game.
It’s unclear what the future holds for Walker, but one thing is certain – the Phillies need to find a reliable fifth starter if they want to make a deep playoff run.
