It was nice to see a healthy dose of Phillies regulars in the game yesterday. It’s hard to stay tuned into spring training games, especially this early, but seeing some of the players you recognize helps. Well at least it will until most of them leave for the World Baseball Classic next week.
On to the links.
Phillies news:
- Zack Wheeler discusses his surgery and recovery and doesn’t see why there’s any reason why he won’t be back to his old self this season. ($)
- There aren’t many position battles for the Phillies this camp, but there’s two spots up for grabs in the back of the bullpen and the robust competition showcases the Phillies new reliever depth. ($)
- You won’t have to wait much longer to get a look at Andrew Painter, as he is scheduled to make his spring debut this Sunday.
MLB news:
- Rangers shortstop Sebastian Walcott, the number five prospect in all of baseball, will be out 5-6 months after undergoing elbow surgery.
- Dodgers postseason secret weapon Roki Sasaki made his first appearance of 2026, and it did not go well.
- The family of Tyler Skaggs speaks for the first time after their contentious court battle against the Los Angeles Angels ended when the family agreed to a settlement. ($)