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Rookie Justin Crawford to start in center field for Phillies
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Rookie Justin Crawford to start in center field for Phillies

https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48305166/rookie-justin-crawford-start-center-field-phillieshttps://bleacherreport.com/articles/25410985-justin-crawford-makes-phillies-opening-day-roster-carl-crawfords-son-top-100-mlb-prospect
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  • Justin Crawford earns Opening Day start in center field for the Phillies, becoming the franchise’s youngest Opening Day outfielder since 1972.
  • Spring performance solidified Crawford’s roster spot, with ESPN ranking him as a top prospect and ultimately earning a spot on Opening Day.
  • Crawford, 22, will patrol Citizens Bank Park as the Phillies host the Texas Rangers on Opening Day, marking a historic youth milestone for the club.
  • Crawford brings speed and contact strength, with baserunning threat and solid-average raw power as a well-rounded young leadoff option.
  • Crawford’s spring line drives and multi-hit potential showcased in 55 spring at-bats, signaling high upside despite strikeout issues.
  • Crawford’s father, Carl Crawford, a four-time All-Star, anchors notable MLB lineage surrounding the rookie.
  • ESPN contributor Kiley McDaniel helped shape the early reporting on Crawford’s Opening Day status.
  • Opening Day features the Phillies hosting the Texas Rangers at Citizens Bank Park, with Crawford as a focal breakout rookie.
  • Crawford is the 17th overall pick from the 2022 draft and earned an Opening Day roster spot after spring performance.
  • Crawford’s Opening Day selection marks a historic moment in Phillies’ outfield lineage dating back to 1972.
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Justin Crawford has 2 hits in anticipated debut for Phillies
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Justin Crawford has 2 hits in anticipated debut for Phillies

https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/48316861/justin-crawford-2-hits-anticipated-debut-phillieshttps://6abc.com/post/justin-crawford-has-2-hits-anticipated-debut-phillies/18784042/
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  • Justin Crawford, 22, debuted for the Phillies on Opening Day and went 2-for-4 with a run scored in a 5-3 win over the Rangers.
  • Crawford described butterflies before the game but adjusted once on the field, saying he aimed to 'Go play' after arriving.
  • Crawford wore headphones and walked barefoot in spring training as part of his prep, a routine highlighted by his minor-league success.
  • Crawford became the first Phillies player with a hit in his first at-bat on Opening Day since Denny Doyle in 1970.
  • Crawford is the 10th Phillies player (since 1898) at age 22 or younger with multiple hits on Opening Day.
  • Kyle Schwarber praised Crawford's at-bats and potential for growth after spring training.
  • Carl Crawford, Justin's father, joined the fan group traveling to the ballpark and offered advice during Opening Day.
  • Crawford's debut drew attention as a milestone for a top Phillies prospect with a spring-time showcase of his hitting ability.
  • The Phillies emphasized the moment as a lasting milestone for Crawford's career and a symbol of his potential impact.
  • ESPN coverage framed Crawford's debut within broader MLB Opening Day context and future expectations for the Phillies and league.
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