Philadelphia Phillies Kick Off Spring Training 2.0 With Full Squad Workouts At Citizens Bank Park, FDR Park
America's favorite pastime had to make some adjustments due to the coronavirus, but the boys of summer are back.
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America's favorite pastime had to make some adjustments due to the coronavirus, but the boys of summer are back.
The team opens camp on Friday, but the four players won't be eligible to return until late next week at the earliest.
This week, the Philadelphia Phillies will begin workouts at Citizens Bank Park as part of spring training 2.0.
A 60-game season is sure to invite some chaos but at the moment, the Phils are projected to finish at exactly .500
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