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5 surprises on the Phillies’ Opening Day roster

By Gabrielle Starr

Jul 31, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm (28) warms up in the outfield before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
Jul 31, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Phillies third baseman Alec Bohm (28) warms up in the outfield before the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /
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MIAMI, FLORIDA – APRIL 13: Seranthony Dominguez #58 of the Philadelphia Phillies delivers a pitch in the eighth inning against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park on April 13, 2019 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

4. Seranthony Domínguez

It’s been a long road back for Seranthony Domínguez, whose elbow issues culminated in Tommy John surgery and the ensuing recovery and rehab. He finally returned last fall, and made one scoreless appearance.

But this spring, Domínguez pitched well, earning praise from manager Joe Girardi. He also expressed confidence in himself and said all he wants is to be able to contribute to the team. The bullpen will be infinitely better if he can.

5. Connor Brogdon

Connor Brogdon is a surprise on the roster, but after his spring training appearances, it’s not in a good way. His fastball velocity, which was in the mid-90s last year, was in the low-90s throughout the spring, and he struggled to get outs. It’s unclear how much he’ll be used as they attempt to figure out what’s wrong with him; he says he feels fine physically.

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