MLB Philadelphia Phillies: Evaluating the Hunter Pence Effect

The Philadelphia Phillies have been on a roll since acquiring the prize of the free agent market in Hunter Pence six days ago. The Phillies were able to drastically improve their lineup, while not losing any players from their current roster or top prospect Domonic Brown.

The Phillies desperately needed another right-handed bat to balance out their lineup, and Hunter Pence has proven thus far that he is the perfect fit. The Phillies lineup once again looks as potent and dangerous as ever and ready to make another run at a World Series.

Here are five ways in which Hunter Pence has affected this lineup in a positive way.

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