New Headline: Phillies Showcase 'Triple Play' Batting Streak in Final Push for Championship
Some good, some bad.
Mar 7, 2026; Clearwater, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Andrew Painter (76) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at BayCare Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images | Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images Andrew Painter’s start yesterday had some good and some bad to it. It’s important to remember that he’s still just in that third start of the spring and that he’s likely working on some things right now.
Still, he’s getting outs and that’s what matters. On to the links. Phillies news: Jose Alvarado had a tough year on the field, but a tougher year off of it.
He watched as his son battled leukemia ($). Phillies Nation has their top 15 prospects of the season. We had some disagreement, but it’s a solid list.
Andrew Painter’s third spring start showed that he is learning, using “the mentality of a big leaguer” this time around ($). MLB news: Jeff Passan gives his massive MLB season preview. This is one of those must reads to get ready for your season.