5 Phillies pitchers who’ve taken full advantage of spring training opportunities
Spring training is the perfect time for players to prove themselves and start the new season off strong, which is exactly what these Phillies pitchers have done so far.
The Philadelphia Phillies will play their first game of the 2025 Major League Baseball season in just two weeks. As spring training nears its end, roster cuts continue as the team prepares to finalize the Opening Day roster.
The final bench spot is still up for grabs, but many of the Phillies’ pitchers have taken full advantage of their spring training opportunities, particularly bullpen arms vying for certain roles.
5 Phillies pitchers who’ve taken full advantage of spring training opportunities
Jordan Romano, RHP
The Phillies signed former Toronto Blue Jays two-time All-Star closer Jordan Romano to a one-year deal this offseason. Romano made consecutive All-Star appearances from 2022–23 and has a career 2.90 ERA with 105 saves.
Romano’s 2024 season was cut short after being shut down for the year at the end of May with a right elbow injury. The right-hander pitched only 13 2/3 innings.
The Phillies hope Romano can return to his All-Star form and successfully take over a late-inning high-leverage role previously held by Jeff Hoffman and Carlos Estévez, who are no longer with the team. The 31-year-old has impressed through five spring training innings pitched, recording a 0.80 WHIP, two holds, six strikeouts, and a 10.8 K/9 without allowing an earned run. He’s allowed just three hits and one walk in five appearances.
