The Good Phight · Feb 21, 2025
The Notes: Backup Catcher, Final Bullpen Spot Decision
Games started Thursday and the challenge system was used in the first inning. Of course, it was by a pitcher. The system looked fine but it would be much better if things ran a little faster.
Baseball is truly back.
Fake Backup Catcher Decision
One of the biggest storylines in Phillies camp is what they will do with the backup catcher spot. Rafael Marchán looked great in 17 games last season while JT Realmuto was out, but two things working against him are his injury history and his lack of a strong offensive track record.
Well, neither does Garrett Stubbs so Marchán will be good there.