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Painter’s Strong Return Changes Phillies’ Trade Deadline Plans | Philadelphia Phillies News
Andrew Painter, once a top prospect and recently demoted for a disastrous ERA, made a triumphant return to the majors on Friday, July 31st, pitching six innings against the Orioles and allowing just two runs. After a shaky start that included a home run to the first batter, he settled in, retiring 21 of 22 batters faced and striking out six. His performance could reshape the Phillies’ trade deadline strategy — potentially sparing them from trading prized prospects for a starter and instead letting them focus on bolstering the bullpen or adding offensive firepower. One strong outing may not be…
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