As the Phillies prepare for their first official exhibition game tomorrow, spring camp has kicked into high gear. In this week's installment of "Phillies must-reads", top prospect J.P. Crawford is paid an enormous complement, GM Matt Klentak offers up his expectations for the 2016 squad and more.
Bowa on Crawford: Just like Rollins – Philly.com
Phillies' bench coach Larry Bowa talks to Philly.com's Matt Breen and pays J.P. Crawford a lofty compliment, comparing him to the best shortstop in team history and former MVP, Jimmy Rollins.
Goeddel wants Phillies outfield job – Philly.com
Matt Gelb of Philly.com finds out that Rule-5 selection Tyler Goeddel won't be happy just making the 25-man roster. He says he wants to be a key contributor to the 2016 Phillies and has his eye on a starting job in one of the corner outfield positions.
For Bailey and Burke, a chance to return to the big leagues with their hometown team – Philly Voice
Ryan Lawrence of Philly Voice looks at two South Jersey relievers trying to hook with the team they grew up rooting for. Greg Burke and Andrew Bailey join 35 other arms in camp for a wide open competition to make the Opening Day roster.
Q & A with Phillies GM Matt Klentak – Philadelphia Daily News
Phillies' GM Matt Klentak touches on a number of topics with Philly.com's David Murphy including, free-agents, tanking, and extending the team's young players.
Herrera the favorite to remain in center – Philly Voice
Although he was acquired because of his reputation as one of the best defensive center-fielders in baseball, Ryan Lawrence says in his piece that he doesn't see Peter Bourjos pushing Odubel Herrera to a corner outfield position, but rather being pushed to one himself.
George Gouvas (@summerofgeorge3) is a contributor to Philliedelphia.com.
