Phillies news: Justin Crawford, Bryce Harper, Konnor Griffin
We almost have a roster ready to go.
Mar 14, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Phillies center fielder Justin Crawford (80) looks on after scoring a run against the New York Yankees in the eighth inning during spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images With the announcement that Andrew Painter had made the starting rotation and that Justin Crawford had his contract selected, the team’s final roster is starting to take shape.
We should know the fate of the 26th man on the roster soon enough (please don’t be Stubbs, please don’t be Stubbs…), at which point we will have the final team ready to open against the Rangers on Thursday. On to the links. Phillies news: In case you were wondering, Justin Crawford will make the Phillies’ Opening Day roster.
He’s earned the trust of the coaching staff ($). Some players have goals in the season that they look to hit. Bryce Harper’s goal: to draw 140 walks on the year.
Bondsian numbers. Zack Wheeler’s health and Andrew Painter’s outlook gives this Phillies rotation, deep already, a lot of optimism. MLB news: MLB players shrinking!