Justin Crawford has been on a methodical rise through the Philadelphia Phillies’ minor league system. That rise may finally be over.
During a conference call to discuss the signing of new right fielder Adolis Garcia, Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski talked about the franchise’s new outfield alignment for 2026. Garcia will play right field, even though incumbent Nick Castellanos is still under contract and likely to be traded. Brandon Marsh will play left field.
Crawford will get every chance to prove he’s ready to be the starting center fielder on opening day, Dombrowski said.