What if the Phillies’ most impactful addition was a resurgent Trea Turner? He’s working to make it happen.

Among 166 hitters with at least 150 at-bats entering the weekend, Trea Turner ranked 152nd in on-base percentage (.276) and 146th in OPS (.624). Even when the results are positive, the process often feels imperfect in the restless mind of the reigning National League batting champion.

So, Turner has been getting to the ballpark early to take extra swings with hitting coach Kevin Long. And he often stays late, sometimes going back into the batting cage for postgame work.

“I got here and got to where I’m at from just working hard,” Turner said. “I always feel like I can find the solution. I always feel like there is a solution. And if I work hard enough, I’ll find it.“

Imagine if he does.

Scouts from multiple teams guessed this week that the Aug. 3 trade deadline may not contain a difference-making hitter.

What if the Phillies could add the top-five finisher in last season’s MVP race who happens to be right under their nose?

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