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Bryce Harper Talks Phillies Spring Training Debut, Fan Reaction vs. Blue Jays

After the Philadelphia Phillies' spring training loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday afternoon, Bryce Harper reflected positively on his first game with his new team.

Meeting with reporters at Spectrum Field in Clearwater, Florida, Harper said the fan support was what made his debut so special. "That's what it's all about," he said. "It was good to see the fans show out today, support us, out there for us.

"And just being around the guys and being in the dugout again and getting some dirt on my cleats—it was a lot of fun.