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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Connor Phillips, Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher, has struggled significantly in 2026. He allowed five runs on four hits and a walk in one inning on Thursday against the Cubs after being pressed into action when starter Rhett Lowder left with a shoulder injury. This continues a pattern of poor performances - he walked all four batters he faced in an appearance last weekend. Through 20 innings pitched, Phillips has issued 21 walks, an alarming 10.5 walks per 9 innings rate. He carries a 5.40 ERA and 1.80 WHIP. Despite recording his first career save on Monday, he cannot be considered a serious candidate for saves given his control issues and inconsistency. The Reds' bullpen has been solid overall, but Phillips represents a concerning liability with his elevated walk rate contributing to Cincinnati's team-wide walk problem.
Strengths
- + Recorded first career save on Monday against Pirates
- + Has 4 holds on the season
- + Strikeout rate of 9.45 K/9 shows some swing-and-miss ability
- + Made Opening Day roster indicating organizational confidence
Weaknesses
- - Dangerously high walk rate: 21 walks in 20 innings (10.5 BB/9)
- - Recent disaster outing with 4 walks in one appearance
- - 5.40 ERA with 1.80 WHIP
- - Allowed 5 runs on 4 hits and 1 walk in 1 inning Thursday
- - Cannot be trusted in save situations due to control issues
- - Inconsistent performance with multiple recent poor outings
- - Contributing to Reds' team-wide walk problem (160 walks through 34 games, 3rd in MLB)
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Connor Phillips is a rp for the Cincinnati Reds.
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