Summary
The Philadelphia Phillies did not call up their top prospect, Andrew Painter, to the major leagues this season. Despite expectations for his debut, Painter struggled with performance in the minor leagues after recovering from elbow surgery. The Phillies' strong pitcher performances meant they did not need to use Painter this year.
Key Facts
- The Phillies won their second straight National League East title.
- Players like Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner had standout seasons.
- Three starting pitchers, Cristopher Sanchez, Ranger Suarez, and Jesus Luzardo, helped fill in for injured players.
- Andrew Painter was the top prospect expected to debut in the major leagues this season.
- Painter struggled in the minors with a 5.49 earned run average (ERA).
- He had undergone Tommy John surgery, a procedure to repair elbow ligaments, which takes time to recover from.
- Painter focused on improving game knowledge and performance rather than worrying about major league expectations.
- The Phillies may consider him for the major leagues next season.
