The Philadelphia Phillies are primed for a transformative season, looking to shift away from the painful playoff exits of recent years. With no major personnel changes, President Dave Dombrowski emphasizes a need for growth in the players’ collective mindset and approach at the plate. Hitting coach Kevin Long recognizes the challenge ahead, noting that the free-swinging strategy that has characterized the team must evolve for postseason success. He plans to have tougher conversations with players as they work to adapt their approach, focusing on making better decisions at the plate. Nick Castellanos' call to return to proven methods yielded short-term success, but the question remains whether this team can break bad habits and rise to the occasion in critical moments.