"Last night, what Kyle Schwarber did is a slap in the face to Phillies fans, a slap in the face to the organization, and a slap in the face to his teammates," Eskin said. Schwarber, 32, has tallied 42 home runs and 97 RBI, which both lead the National League.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/fannation/mlb/fastball as Kyle Schwarber Just Passed Former MVP in Powerful Philadelphia Phillies History. The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 on Monday night at Great American Ball Park.

As fans debate who should win the NL MVP award, Philly legend Charles Barkley threw his endorsement behind Phillies LF Kyle Schwarber.