Daily News | Phillies turn their attention to mid-rotation starters after signing Trea Turner
SAN DIEGO — Rob Thomson has not yet watched Andrew Painter pitch in person. So although tales of Painter’s exceeding talent will precede him to Clearwater, Fla., in February, a six-week glimpse is necessary before the Phillies manager will be ready to commit a spot in the starting rotation to the 19-year-old top prospect.
“I’d say we’ve had a lot of conversations. I can’t say we’ve made any headway,” president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said Tuesday during a break in the winter meetings at the Manchester Grand Hyatt. “There’s certain guys that we like more than others, certain guys that fall in that category. We’ve had conversations, of course, with them.
Although the Phillies weren’t in the market for either pitcher — nor are they bidding on lefty Carlos Rodón or right-hander Chris Bassitt, both of whom received qualifying offers and are attached to draft-pick compensation — they are paying close attention. Once Rodón, in particular, signs with a team, it figures to have a domino effect on the rest of the market.
It would be helpful, then, to have a No. 4 starter who is capable of logging innings while putting up at least league-average numbers.35 things to know about new Phillie Trea Turner
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