Philadelphia Phillies Predictions 2017: Five Players Who Could Break Out

Aug 21, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Vince Velasquez (28) throws a pitch during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 21, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Vince Velasquez (28) throws a pitch during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 21, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Vince Velasquez (28) throws a pitch during the first inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /

With the 2017 MLB season on the horizon, let’s take a look at five Phillies who could turn 2017 into their breakout season.

2016 saw several players cement themselves into the future of the Phillies. Odubel Herrera and Jerad Eickhoff each proved that they have what it takes to be a part of the team’s plans. Cesar Hernandez and Freddy Galvis each also broke out in their own ways, with Hernandez becoming an on-base machine and Galvis flashing power as well as the glove.

Which players will insert themselves into Philadelphia’s future in 2017? Who will have their own breakout seasons this year? Let’s examine five players who could have their own breakout seasons in 2017.