By Matt Rappa, Sports Talk Philly editor
The Philadelphia Phillies have set their 25-man roster, ahead of Thursday's 2019 season opener at Citizens Bank Park against the reigning National League East champion Atlanta Braves.
Thirteen pitchers, two catchers, five infielders and five outfielders make up the roster, along with RHP Tommy Hunter and outfielder Roman Quinn set to start the season on the injured list.
Pitchers (13+1):
- Jose Alvarez, LHP
- Jake Arrieta, RHP
- Seranthony Dominguez, RHP
- Zach Eflin, RHP
- Tommy Hunter (IL), RHP
- Adam Morgan, LHP
- Hector Neris, RHP
- Pat Neshek, RHP
- Juan Nicasio, RHP
- Aaron Nola, RHP
- Nick Pivetta, RHP
- Edubray Ramos, RHP
- David Robertson, RHP
- Vince Velasquez, RHP
Catchers (2):
Infielders (5):
Outfielders (5 +1):
First pitch for Game No. 1 of 162 is set for shortly after 3:05 p.m. The game can be seen on NBC10 and heard on SportsRadio 94 WIP.