It's a good thing Lou Trivino grew up about an hour northwest of Philadelphia. Considering how many times he's entered and exited the Philadelphia Phillies' doors recently, he must find some comfort knowing that his hometown isn't far away. After a week away from home, Trivino is back, further continuing his chaotic run of playing for different teams. He is now on his seventh stop since 2018.
Trivino was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers last July, which began his revolving door with the Phillies. He signed with the club last August, then elected free agency following the 2025 season. Trivino remainded with Philadelphia until he was released at the beginning of this month.
Onto greener pastures, for one week, Trivino was roughed up by the New York Yankees on May 4, which numbered his days with the Baltimore Orioles. He threw one more time for the Orioles before electing free agency again, only to return to the Phillies.
The Phillies are hoping that Trivino can flush his rough start to the 2026 season and regain his mojo after boasting a 2.00 ERA in 10 games with Philadelphia last year. The bullpen has not been a bright spot of the Phillies this season, so it would be helpful if Trivino figures things out quickly. At least he won't need to acclimate.
Lou Trivino already fits right in with Phillies' bullpen
Besides Trivino's recent — though brief — success with the Phillies, his biggest selling point is that he already fits in with the rest of the bullpen. Philadelphia's relievers are a tight-knit group, and having that camaraderie is crucial when talking about a six-month long season of sitting away from the rest of the team.
Just like Trivino, Tim Mayza, Brad Keller, Tanner Banks, and José Alvarado are pitchers who are in their early-to-mid-30s and have pitched for multiple teams. They understand the grind and the volatility of the life of a MLB reliever. They are probably ecstatic for Trivino to be back with them.
Now, it's time for this relief staff to help steer the Phillies' season. Philly relievers hold a collective 3.81 ERA and 1.31 WHIP — both of which are in the middle of the pack among all MLB bullpens. Trivino could help to provide a spark.
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