Official Site of the Phillies · Apr 14, 2018
Arrieta impacting young rotation
Arrieta on debut ST. PETERSBURG -- Although veteran starter Jake Arrieta was set to make just his second start for the Phillies on Saturday, his impact is already being felt by a young rotation through the first two weeks of the season.
"He's been a focal point in the clubhouse and it's been pretty awesome to watch that unfold," Phillies manager Gabe Kapler said.
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The Phillies' starting pitching has been lights out through its last two trips through the rotation. Kapler feels that is due -- at least in part -- to the leadership of Arrieta, especially when it comes to Nick Pivetta and Vince Velasquez.