CLEARWATER, Fla. - Andrew Knapp reported to spring training with a job pretty much secured. The Phillies all but named him the team's backup catcher before camp opened. No pressure.
Knapp, who has yet to reach the majors, responded with two hits in his first 25 Grapefruit League at-bats. It was a rough start. But the 25-year-old is starting to find his footing. Knapp homered Sunday in a 6-3 win over Pittsburgh and played well behind the plate, throwing out two runners.
The Phillies' decision makers met Sunday evening to discuss the opening-day roster and Knapp made a strong push to keep his spot secure.