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The Good and Bad of Andrew Painter’s Longest Spring Start Yet for Phillies
- Painter recorded four strikeouts, including a trio in the second inning, showing strong late life on his pitches.
- The outing featured a 106 mph single and a two-run homer that widened the gap late in the game.
- The Phillies are considering a fourth or fifth spring start for Painter depending on rest and camp strategy.
- Painter’s fastball averaged 95.7 mph and peaked at 97.9 mph, enough velocity with quality movement.
- Painter demonstrated a multi-pitch arsenal, including four-seam fastball, slider, sweeper, changeup, sinker, and curveball.
- The changeup impressed, regarded as one of multiple weapons helping his present command.
- Manager and evaluators expect Painter to build on spring progress toward an MLB debut with continued rhythm work.
- Painter's next steps could include live batting practice or a simulated game if needed to maintain rhythm.
- Painted’s upcoming assignment included a home debut expectation against the Nationals if he progresses.
- Upcoming Phillies pitchers Bryse Wilson and Taijuan Walker are scheduled for spring work ahead of Painter's potential debut.
- Painter’s third spring start mixed a long, scoreless opening frame with late hard contact in the third inning.
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