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Phillies president of baseball operations, Dave Dombrowski, has found himself in a tight spot, tasked with addressing the media while maintaining team morale. His support for Alvarado through statements of belief in the player’s innocence reflects a common approach among executives aiming to protect their players.
However, the locker room sentiment oftentimes runs counter to public declarations. Within the clubhouse, the atmosphere may be thick with disappointment and anger directed at Alvarado for both his decision and the consequential strain it puts on the team’s playoff ambitions. Instead of empathy, players may instead feel frustrated for being put at risk due to one individual’s choices.