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3 Phillies Players Who Are X-Factors for Team in June
- The Phillies won their first two June games, improving to 32-29 to start the month.
- Andrew Painter and J.T. Realmuto form a crucial tandem behind the plate for Painter’s starts.
- Realmuto’s bat has been down, but his defense and experience remain valuable to the Phillies.
- Justin Crawford is expected to figure out hitting to complement his defensive skills in center field.
- Aaron Nola has shown improved form over his last two starts, aided by a change in his pitch mix.
- The Phillies aim to sustain momentum by leveraging the Painter-Realmuto tandem and Nola’s renewed form.
- June strategy includes managing Realmuto’s playing time due to prior injuries.
- The article identifies three X-factors for the Phillies in June: Painter, Realmuto, and Crawford.
- Don Mattingly’s interim role is noted as part of the Phillies’ leadership changes earlier in May.
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