Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Johan Rojas has impressed during spring training and has secured a spot on the Opening Day roster. Despite MLB.com Phillies insider Todd Zolecki not initially projecting Rojas for the 26-man roster, his standout performance and unique skill set set him apart from other competitors. The injury to Weston Wilson, who is sidelined with an oblique … [Read more...] about Johan Rojas Has Locked In His Spot on Phillies Opening Day Roster
Phillies Backup Catcher Battle Should Be Considered Settled
The Philadelphia Phillies backup catcher battle is not much of a competition. While Rafael Marchán still had to earn the job over Garrett Stubbs to backup J.T. Realmuto, it has effectively been decided for some time. Marchán is a notable Phillies player out of minor league options and Stubbs has a minor league option remaining. Unless there are injuries, Marchán will be the … [Read more...] about Phillies Backup Catcher Battle Should Be Considered Settled
Phillies Spring Breakout Roster Features Several Rising Prospects
The Philadelphia Phillies Spring Breakout roster features some of the team’s rising prospects. Notably, the roster features all four of the Phillies on the MLB Pipeline Top 100 Prospects list. On March 14, the Phillies’ Spring Breakout team will face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Breakout squad. Andrew Painter, Aidan Miller, and Justin Crawford headline the Phillies … [Read more...] about Phillies Spring Breakout Roster Features Several Rising Prospects
Report: Bryce Harper Open To Returning To Outfield
Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper told Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic he is willing to play outfield again. Harper told Rosenthal that he spoke to the Phillies about the possibility this offseason. The Phillies should consider the idea in the future. Harper told Rosenthal he is willing to do it if he believes it will help the Phillies win. Additionally, Harper told … [Read more...] about Report: Bryce Harper Open To Returning To Outfield
Notable Phillies Out Of Minor League Options
The Philadelphia Phillies have multiple players that are out of minor league options competing for roster spots. Seven Phillies players currently on the 40-man roster are out of options. Additionally, players with more than five years of major league service time cannot be optioned unless they have options remaining and agree to it. Players without a minor league option … [Read more...] about Notable Phillies Out Of Minor League Options