"Most notably, top prospect Justin Crawford will be given a chance to take the center field job and run with it. "If you're going to give Crawford an opportunity, you've got to give it to him, and that's where we are," said Dombrowski. "We're going to give him an opportunity and have him play a lot." Crawford, 22 next month, was Philadelphia's first-round pick (17th overall) in 2022."
"Crawford has minimal power but plus speed that could make him a rangy, quality defender in center. He also upped his walk rate to a career-high 11.5% in 2025, nearly doubling his rate from 2024, while hitting .334/.411/.452 with seven homers and 46 steals (in 57 tries) at the Triple-A level this past season. Crawford struck out in 18% of his plate appearances and made the most of his wheels, putting nearly 60% of his batted balls on the ground."
"The Phillies finalized their one-year deal with free agent outfielder Adolis Garcia, and that's likely to be their only notable addition in the outfield this winter, it seems. President of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski tells the team's beat that the outfield is "pretty well set" ( via Scott Lauber of the Philadelphia Inquirer). Garcia is expected to play right field regularly. Brandon Marsh will be in left field versus right-handed pitching."
The Phillies signed Adolis Garcia to a one-year deal and appear to have finalized their winter outfield additions. Adolis Garcia projects to play right field regularly while Brandon Marsh will handle left field against right-handed pitching. Top prospect Justin Crawford will be given a real opportunity to win and play center field extensively. Crawford profiles as a speed-first, defensive center fielder with limited power, improved plate discipline and strong Triple-A production, including a .334/.411/.452 line, seven homers and 46 steals. The outfield alignment prioritizes defense and gives Crawford a clear path to everyday action.
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