The Philadelphia Phillies made a surprising move this week by releasing pitcher Joe Ross, which left some followers confused, especially considering some of the names that the team decided to retain. Facing some minor blowback from the fan base, Philly manager Ron Thomson tried to clarify the club’s stance. “It was really just performance more than anything,” the Phillies skipper told the Philadelphia Inquirer. Righthander Joe Ross was signed by the club during the offseason, but he has struggled throughout the year, notching a 5.12 ERA in 37 appearances.
