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March 26, 2026
Batting ninth in MLB debut
Crawford is starting in center field and batting ninth Opening Day against the Rangers on Thursday.
Analysis
The 22-year-old is one of Philadelphia's top prospects and is making his MLB debut at home versus the Rangers. Crawford spent last season at Triple-A Lehigh Valley, where he had a .334/.411/.452 slash line with seven homers and 46 stolen bases. He's beginning the campaign as the Phillies' primary center fielder.
March 25, 2026
Contract selected from minors
The Phillies selected Crawford's contract from Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Wednesday.
Analysis
The Phillies informed Crawford last week that he would be on the Opening Day roster, though there was never much doubt. He will operate as the club's primary center fielder and is poised to bat ninth in the lineup. Crawford slashed .334/.411/.452 with seven home runs and 46 stolen bases at Triple-A Lehigh Valley in 2025 and should be an immediate fantasy contributor in the steals department, at the very least.
