The Philadelphia Phillies currently stand at 7-8 as they begin a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs. But let’s shift our focus to a former Phillie who’s currently making waves – Jordan Romano. His performance with the Los Angeles Angels has been nothing short of spectacular.
Romano has secured four saves in just six appearances, boasting a pristine 0.00 ERA with seven strikeouts and only two walks. It’s a remarkable turnaround, prompting the question: did the Phillies prematurely give up on this talented pitcher?
A Tale of Two Teams
Of course, it’s still mid-April, and Romano has only pitched five innings for a team that hasn’t seen playoff action since the Obama administration. The Angels, despite previously having stars like Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout for six seasons, have struggled to find consistent success. It’s a stark contrast to the pressure and expectations in Philadelphia.
For context, Romano’s initial stint with the Phillies wasn’t as impressive. He posted a 12.60 ERA in his first six appearances, allowing six hits and seven earned runs. He didn’t achieve his fourth save until May 14th, ultimately finishing the season with eight. Remarkably, he’s already halfway to that total in less than a month with the Angels.
This is an update on a former Phillie who is clearly finding his stride elsewhere. It begs the question: could Romano have turned things around in Philadelphia with a little more patience? Only time will tell, but his current success is undeniable.
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