The Philadelphia Phillies have been on a rollercoaster ride this season. After a disastrous 9-19 start, the team has clawed its way back to respectability under manager Don Mattingly, sitting at 20-22. While this resurgence has cooled talk of a full-scale sell-off at the trade deadline, it doesn't mean the roster is untouchable.

According to Robert Murray of Fansided.com, one name that could be on the move is struggling All-Star infielder Alec Bohm. "If they sell, Alec Bohm feels like a change of scenery candidate," Murray writes. Given Bohm's history as a trade rumor fixture, this speculation isn't surprising—but it does make a lot of sense for one key reason.

Simply put, a fresh start could be exactly what Bohm needs. Between his on-field struggles this season and challenges in his personal life, a move to a new team might help him reset both mentally and professionally. Sometimes, a change of scenery is the best medicine for a talented player who's lost his way.

Bohm remains a solid contributor—a reliable contact hitter with decent defense at third base. He may not return to All-Star form overnight, but the potential is still there. For a team looking to shake things up or retool on the fly, dealing Bohm could be a win-win: the Phillies get value in return, and Bohm gets a chance to rediscover his game elsewhere.

If 2026 continues to trend south for Philadelphia, Bohm is the most obvious trade chip on the roster. And for a player who's had it tough lately, sometimes the best move is a fresh start.