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Bowlan Outshines Strahm in Philly Trade | Philadelphia Phillies News
The Phillies pulled off a savvy offseason trade, sending reliever Matt Strahm to the Royals for Jonathan Bowlan — and it’s paying off in a big way. Bowlan, with less big league experience, has been absolutely dominant for Philly, posting a 2.94 ERA in 36 appearances while striking out batters and keeping walks in check. He’s added a new sweeper pitch and thrown his fastball harder, turning into a late-inning weapon. Meanwhile, Strahm’s struggled in KC despite promising metrics. Bowlan’s breakout performance suggests he’s here to stay as a cornerstone of the Phillies’ bullpen. Listen in…
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