What is the story about?
We’ve
officially hit the part of spring training where spring training has gone on too long. How do I know that you ask? Well Garrett Stubbs hit leadoff and played third base yesterday. Get me to Opening Day. On to the links
Phillies news:
- Bryce Harper reflected about what the World Baseball Classic and the sport itself means to Jeff Passan in the immediate aftermath of the WBC final.
- Matt Gelb’s latest notes on the spring, including Adolis Garcia’s new stance and a look at looming roster decisions. ($)
- Zack Wheeler is progressing well. Could an actual game be his next step? ($)
MLB News:
- Toronto’s José Berrios won’t be ready for the start of the season, as he was diagnosed with a stress fracture in his back.
- J.P. Crawford’s status for Mariners at the start of the year is also in jeopardy, as he received a cortisone shot in his ailing shoulder.
- The Athletic is asking for your help with the Hope-o-meter, their annual surgery of fan optimism for each team. ($)
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