Is This Phillies Top Prospect Ready For the Big Leagues?

On Episode 1030 of Hittin' Season, from WHYY, The Good Phight's John Stolnis, Justin Klugh of Baseball Prospectus and Liz Roscher, editor of SABR's Baseball Research Journal, try to figure out what outfield prospect Justin Crawford's role on the Phillies will be in 2026. Center field? Left? Can he hit at the big league level? Plus, more on the Phils' plans for the outfield, Bryce Harper threatened by an MLB executive and a Japanese hitter the gang really likes.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Hittin Season and GM Meetings
02:22 - Kyle Schwarber's Future with the Phillies
05:40 - Justin Crawford's Role and Development
08:40 - Outfield Needs and Prospects
11:39 - Japanese Free Agents and Potential Signings
27:22 - Scouting Japanese Talent: Okamoto vs. Murakami
32:37 - Bryce Harper's Confrontation with Rob Manfred
43:38 - Manager of the Year Votes and Future Prospects
46:28 - Interview with Matt Albertson on Phillies Historical Ballparks!

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