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Taijuan Walker feels ready earlier than Phillies expected: What does it mean for the rotation?

PHILADELPHIA — A driver took Philadelphia Phillies starter Taijuan Walker on a 250-mile roundtrip Tuesday to PNC Field in Moosic, Pa., for work. I mean, I believe that in a different environment — a little more adrenaline — my stuff just plays up a little bit more.” The Phillies had expected Walker to make three or four minor-league starts in what amounted to an extended spring training because he did not feel prepared enough at the end of March. pic.twitter.com/5pcHMze5PP — Minor League Baseball April 12, 2024 Walker, who is in the second year of a four-year, $72 million contract, has become a curious character in this season’s arc. “In spring training, it wasn’t coming out right,” Walker said. I get weak contact.” Thomson said the Phillies have not discussed how they would squeeze Walker into the rotation.

New York Times

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