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The potential benefit, though, is clear. Castro has slashed just .191/.268/.286 as a lefty batter in his major-league career ...

Read - Andrew Painter takes big step, 'feeling good' after facing live hitters - and more Phillies news and rumors at PhilliesNation.com.

The Phillies may not need Alvarado to be their top left-handed reliever for long. If he lands on the IL, Strahm may only miss ...

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Reliever Matt Strahm (shoulder) to be reevaluated Saturday - and more Phillies news and rumors at PhilliesNation.com.

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The Phillies optioned Mick Abel to Triple-A after their win over the Red Sox on Tuesday, his spring training debut and lone ...