Castellanos has been slumping but remains in the lineup; this morning’s game could spark a correction as the Phillies lean on their middle-of-order bat to provide early offense against Parker.

Castellanos remains mired in a small-sample slump (0-for-13 in his last three games), a rare lull for a steady late-season producer. The Phillies will rely on him snapping out of it to bolster a lineup that can light up quickly, making him a potential contrarian play in daily formats when the salary aligns.

Castellanos anchored the Phillies’ outfield presence with aggressive contact against a Texas defense that fought back with highlight plays. His plate appearances in this frame showcased his power-filled approach, even as the defense on the other side bent but did not break. Castellanos’s mix of power and contact remains a focal point of Philadelphia’s lineup against strong outfields.

Nick Castellanos, a key player for the Phillies, is having another productive season with a .270 batting average, contributing 13 homers and 56 RBIs. After a brief injury scare, he's back in the lineup and looking to help the Phillies secure wins. Castellanos has a strong career history, including two All-Star selections, and signed a five-year, $100 million contract to solidify his role with Philadelphia.

Nick Castellanos is expected to capitalize on strong matchups against Richard Fitts, who has reverse splits this season and a high HR/9 rate against righties.