Phillies Spring Training Position Preview: Bullpen
The rest of the bullpen situation is wide open.
One of the remaining spots could be filled by 24 year old Edubray Ramos who managed a 3.83 ERA in 42 games as a rookie.
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Another option in the pen would be the incumbent, Luis Garcia. He’s average on most days and maintains too high of a WHIP (1.688) to make any coach feel comfortable. He could be the odd man out in an improved, more experienced bullpen.
A few non-roster invitees may join the mix come Opening Day, led by familiar faces Michael Mariot, Dailer Hinojosa and Colton Murray. Each of the three have seen time in red pinstripes and will likely be up and down for a solid portion of the season.
Make sure to keep a look out for a young gunslinger by the name of Alberto Tirado this spring as you will see him in the future. Tirado, acquired in the Ben Revere deal with Toronto, struck out 102 batters in 64.2 innings in 2016. Although the 22-year-old struggled in his two appearances in High-A, look for him to move through the Phillies system swiftly especially with a good showing in March.