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Andrew Painter’s ascent to the MLB roster is confirmed, with his much-anticipated debut set for March 31, highlighting the Phillies' commitment to youth over tradition. Cristopher Sánchez is stepping into the spotlight as he becomes the first pitcher besides Aaron Nola or Zack Wheeler to start Opening Day since 2017, marking a shift in the team's pitching strategy. Meanwhile, J.T. Realmuto is impressing with his new defensive skills, showing that even stars can evolve, while Dylan Moore's sudden opt-out throws the entire roster battle into disarray. With Orion Kerkering making his Grapefruit League debut, and Justin Crawford impressively tripling off Tigers ace Matthew Skubal, the competition is heating up. The Phillies have a lot to figure out before the regular season, and every performance counts.

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Painter to make Phillies' Opening Day roster; MLB debut set for March 31
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Painter to make Phillies' Opening Day roster; MLB debut set for March 31
22-year-old right-hander is MLB Pipeline's No. 28 overall prospect
 Sánchez continues meteoric rise with 1st career Opening Day nod for Phils
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Sánchez continues meteoric rise with 1st career Opening Day nod for Phils
Lefty is 1st Phillie other than Wheeler or Nola to start opener since 2017
 In gutting Harry the K’s, Phillies risk alienating fans by continually choosing corporate sponsors over tradition
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In gutting Harry the K’s, Phillies risk alienating fans by continually choosing corporate sponsors over tradition
The Phillies, and their fans, have to ask the question: When is enough enough?
 Camp notes: The one thing missing from Orion Kerkering’s Grapefruit League debut; Justin Crawford triples off Skubal
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Camp notes: The one thing missing from Orion Kerkering’s Grapefruit League debut; Justin Crawford triples off Skubal
Orion Kerkering finally pitched in a Grapefruit League game, but there was one thing missing.
 J.T. Realmuto showing off new wrinkle to his defensive greatness at Phillies camp
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J.T. Realmuto showing off new wrinkle to his defensive greatness at Phillies camp
Phillies' catcher J.T. Realmuto has had a perfect spring training so far when it comes to ABS challenges. Although he won't stay perfect through the regular season, the new skill will add more value to Realmuto's game behind the plate.
 Phillies bench option triggering opt-out throws final roster battle into chaos
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Phillies bench option triggering opt-out throws final roster battle into chaos
Dylan Moore, who may have made the Phillies roster, has opted out of his deal, throwing the final roster spot battle into chaos
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