In just under a month, Phillies pitchers and catchers will report to Clearwater, Fla. to begin Spring Training ahead of the 2025 season. With the defense of their National League East title and a run for the World Series in their sightline, the Phillies have a lot of work to do to prepare for the grueling marathon.
On Tuesday, Major League Baseball announced the report dates for all 30 teams. Additionally, the Phillies announced their contingent of non-roster invites (NRI’s) to Spring Training. Let’s take a moment to break down the important dates of Spring Training as well as who will take part in the Phillies’ major league camp this season.
Important Dates Of Spring Training
As always, pitchers and catchers have the early call date to Spring Training to begin loosening up ahead of the season, for the Phillies, pitchers and catchers report by Wednesday, February 12. The remainder of the team will join them the following Monday, February 17.
Five days later, Grapefruit League action begins for the Phillies as they travel to Lakeland for a matchup against the Detroit Tigers. The following day, Sunday, February 23, BayCare Ballpark will see its first round of Spring Training action as the Phillies host the Baltimore Orioles. Once Spring Training kicks off, the Phillies only have two scheduled off days on March 3 and 12. St. Patrick’s Day is always one of the more popular days of Spring Training baseball.
This year, the Phillies are split-squad against the Toronto Blue Jays on St. Patrick’s Day. At the time of publishing, NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Spring Training broadcast schedule has yet to be released.
The Phillies conclude their Spring Training schedule at home against the Tampa Bay Rays on Monday, March 24. They will then have two days off before Opening Day on March 27 when they face the Washington Nationals. Their home opener is scheduled for Monday, March 31 against the Colorado Rockies.
Who Will See Action in Spring Training for the Phillies?
The Phillies will have 63 players in total at their major league camp to begin Spring Training. All 40-man roster players will participate as well as 23 additional NRI’s.
40-Man Roster
Pitchers (23): Left-handers: Jose Alvarado, Tanner Banks, Jesus Luzardo, Cristopher Sanchez, Matt Strahm, Ranger Suarez. Right-handers: Mick Abel, Jean Cabrera, Moises Chace, Seth Johnson, Orion Kerkering, Max Lazar, Michael Mercado, Aaron Nola, Tyler Philips, Alan Rangel, Jordan Romano, Joe Ross, Jose Ruiz, Devin Sweet, Kyle Tyler, Taijuan Walker, Zack Wheeler.
Catchers (3): Rafael Marchan, J.T. Realmuto, Garrett Stubbs.
Infielders (7): Alec Bohm, Kody Clemens, Bryce Harper, Buddy Kennedy, Edmundo Sosa, Bryson Stott, Trea Turner.
Outfielders (6): Nick Castellanos, Max Kepler, Brandon Marsh, Johan Rojas, Cal Stevenson, Weston Wilson.
Designated Hitter (1): Kyle Schwarber.
Non-Roster Invites
Pitchers (11): Left-handers: Tristan Garnett and Nick Vespi. Right-handers: Nabil Crismatt, José Cuas, Joel Kuhnel, Griff McGarry, John McMillon, Nicholas Padilla, Andrew Painter, Austin Schulfer, and Guillo Zuñiga.
Catchers (4): Josh Breaux, Payton Henry, Paul McIntosh, and Caleb Ricketts.
Infielders (5): Rodolfo Castro, Otto Kemp, Rafael Lantigua, Aidan Miller, and Carson Taylor.
Outfielders (2): Justin Crawford and Gabriel Rincones Jr.
Infielder/Outfielder (1): Matt Kroon.
This Spring, all eyes will be on the Phillies’ trio of top prospects: Andrew Painter, Justin Crawford, and Aidan Miller. While Painter is expected not to pitch in any Spring Training games this year, he will be involved throughout camp. Meanwhile, Crawford and Miller will look to make a good impression on the Big League staff and maybe even try to show them why they deserve to be on the roster this year.
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