Phillies sign Park; Schwarber, Luzardo secure win
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Philadelphia — On Friday the Phillies signed 17-year-old South Korean right-handed pitcher Chan-Min Park to a $1.205 million contract, the largest bonus the organization has given an international amateur pitcher. Earlier this month rotation starters showed improvement, and over the weekend Andrew Painter reached a career-high 6 1/3 innings in a Sunday start.
San Diego on Memorial Day saw Kyle Schwarber hit his MLB-leading 21st homer and Jesús Luzardo throw six innings in a 3-0 Phillies victory, with Brandon Marsh contributing a two-run homer. The team opened a six-game West Coast trip Monday, and organizational leaders cited the signing as part of expanded Pacific Rim recruitment efforts.
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Timeline
- 1. March–April: Phillies rotation ERA recorded at 5.33 across early-season starts.
- 2. May: Rotation ERA improved to 2.95 over 21 games entering late-May play.
- 3. Sunday (this month): Andrew Painter reached a career-high 6 1/3 innings in a start.
- 4. Memorial Day Monday: Kyle Schwarber hit his MLB-leading 21st home run in a 3-0 win at Petco Park.
- 5. Friday (this week): Philadelphia signed 17-year-old Chan-Min Park to a $1.205 million international contract.
Why it matters
The Phillies' signing of young talent like Chan-Min Park shows a commitment to strengthening their roster. This could mean more exciting games and a potential rise in the team's standings. If you're a fan, it's worth keeping an eye on Park's progress.
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