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What should be expected of Zach Eflin and Vince Velasquez in 2020?

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Zach Eflin is hoping to win a job in the Phillies rotation. (Kyle Ross/Icon Sportswire)

The battle for the final two spots in the Philadelphia Phillies rotation is mostly between three starters, with the odd man out likely relegated to bullpen duty. After taking a look at Jake Arrieta and Nick Pivetta, it’s time to examine Zach Eflin, Vince Velasquez and a potential wild card for the last spot in the rotation.

Zach Eflin

Eflin’s tenure with the Phillies has been a bumpy one, alternating month-long stretches of dominance with equally long periods in which he resembles a replacement-level pitcher.