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Otto Kemp balances defensive work in Phillies camp: ‘You’ve got to get exposed’
- Kemp is focusing on both outfield and infield work this spring to sharpen reads and defense.
- The Phillies are evaluating Kemp in left field to pair with Marsh as a potential platoon option.
- Kemp's past injuries and surgeries are part of the context as he competes for playing time.
- Coaches emphasize workload management to keep Kemp’s defensive skills sharp.
- Kemp is working to improve reads and ball-tracking to better handle balls near the wall.
- Dombrowski expressed openness to left-field platoon arrangements if the data supports it.
- Kemp posted strong numbers against lefties last season and showed potential in a platoon role.
- Marsh has been a consideration as the other side of a left-field platoon, with other right-handed options in play.
- Spring training provides Kemp with a focused environment to refine his left-field defense.
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