Taijuan Walker struggles Wednesday but eyes role

by Bruno Mulé | Phillies Correspondent | Thu, Mar 20th 8:59am EDT

Taijuan Walker allowed 6 runs in 3.2 innings Wednesday against the Yankees, per team updates, yet could step up if Ranger Suarez’s back delays his season start. (Cory Seidman)

Fantasy Impact:

Walker’s 6 runs, 9 hits, and 1:2 K:BB in 3.2 innings Wednesday, with a 6.92 ERA over 13 spring frames, still position him for the Phillies’ Opening Day roster if Suarez’s back stiffness lingers. Trade buzz fades. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues should roster him, banking on a rotation spot early in 2025 despite his rocky camp.

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