The Phillies had one of the best records in spring training this year at 11-4. Also their third basemen Maikel Franco lead the league with 14 homeruns. David Hernandez is back to pitching for the Phillies and has a 1-year contract for $3.9 million. Overall, the Phillies are doing great down in Florida.
The Pirates didn’t fair so well in spring training. The ended with a losing record. Juan Nicasio was good on the mound. Jordy Mercer has been a slow starter the past two years. Overall the Pirates seemed rusty.
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Update (Opening Day!)
The Pirates are flying off to a great start at press time. Two wins over their rival St. Louis Cardinals! The Pirates look for a sweep to start the season today versus the Cards.
The Phillies endured a loss to begin their season. The Reds beat them 6 to 2.