READING — The emergence of Austin Davis as one of the Phillies’ top prospects has been one of the most promising signs from the first half of the minor-league season. And the relief pitcher said his growth has resulted from conversations he had this spring with retired star Roy Halladay.
Halladay, the former Cy Young winner, returned to the Phillies in spring training as a volunteer guest instructor, a role he continues to perform at the team’s complex in Clearwater, Fla. Halladay’s focus has been on baseball’s mental side, something Halladay delved into after facing struggles early in his career.