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Scouting Report on Intriguing New Relievers from Phillies Catchers
- Phillies open spring camp highlighting a revamped bullpen with multiple new relievers in Clearwater.
- Brad Keller and Jonathan Bowlan provide big-armed, multi-pitch options for late-inning roles.
- Zach Pop joins the mix as a sinker-focused athlete described as a bowling-ball sinkerballer.
- Kyle Backhus, a submarining lefty, adds another distinctive look to the bullpen.
- Rule 5 pick Zach McCambley brings a gyro pitch and slider to the discussion.
- Two bullpen spots are open, with Pop possibly favored due to 40-man roster status.
- Realmuto notes Keller’s added sweeper and his mixed repertoire as a converting starter-turned-reliever.
- Realmuto highlights Backhus’ adjustment of his fastball and work on a changeup against hitters.
- Realmuto comments McCambley’s gyro pitch and two-seam work to trouble right-handed hitters.
- Stubbs commends Bowlan’s pitch execution and setup versatility observed in a recent session.
- The group aims to sustain longer stints and provide flexible bullpen usage for the Phillies.
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